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Panadura weather in January (Kalutara District, Sri Lanka)

Can you expect sunny skies in Panadura in January? Our page offers a comprehensive look at the weather you can expect this month.

Temperatures

In January, the weather in Panadura generally includes very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures can rise to about 31°C. At night, they generally drop to 24°C. These are average temperatures, but occasional heat spikes are possible. Stay comfortable by wearing light clothing and drinking water.

Precipitation

Panadura in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 85 mm for the month. Enjoy the driest month with minimal rain interruptions. It's an excellent time for outdoor plans, from sports to festivals. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 5 days with rain.

Average sunshine

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 248 hours of sunny weather. The abundant sunlight creates a lively and bright atmosphere.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. January and February typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Panadura climate page with graphs.

 

Panadura, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 24°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 28°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 16%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 85 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 5 days  
HumidityHumidity 70% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 7 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 248 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: Colombo, Sri Lanka (21 KM, 13 Miles).

Where to go in Sri Lanka in January

Find out more about the weather in Sri Lanka and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 28°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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