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Puttalam weather in January (Puttalam District, Sri Lanka)

How does the weather in Puttalam usually fare in January? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

In January, Puttalam usually has very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 31°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 24°C. The average temperatures are warm, but some days will be hotter. Make sure to dress in light, breathable clothing and drink plenty of water.

Precipitation

Puttalam in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 50 mm for the month. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around 4 days days of rain.

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

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

 

Puttalam, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 24°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 13%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 50 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 4 days  

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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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 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.

What To Do

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

Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

Interested in more climate information?

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