Pinnawala weather in January (Kegalle District, Sri Lanka)

Curious about the January weather in Pinnawala? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In January, Pinnawala generally has very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 30°C, while nights can cool down to about 21°C. Remember, these are typical temperatures, and certain days could be even hotter. Ensure you wear appropriate clothing to handle the warmth.

Pinnawala in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 75 mm for the month. It's the month receiving the least amount of rain. As the days go by, you can expect fewer clouds and less precipitation. This makes it an ideal time for outdoor activities and events that might be disrupted by wetter conditions in other months. Rain is expected on roughly 5 days.

The city usually sees around 166 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

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

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

 

Pinnawala, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 21°C  

Max Temperature 30°C  

Chance of Rain 15%  

Precipitation 75 mm  

Rainy days 5 days  

Humidity 75% *  

Sunshine 166 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka (44 KM, 27 Miles).

Where to go in Sri Lanka in January

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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 Pinnawala in January?

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.

What To Do

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

Swimming

7/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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