Colombo District weather in January
Planning a getaway to Colombo District this January and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:
What is the weather like in Colombo District in January?
Colombo District is a region in Sri Lanka. January in Colombo District generally has very warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.
You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 32°C and nighttime temperatures around 24°C in Colombo. These night and day temperatures are average and some days may be even warmer. So be prepared and dress for the heat.
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Colombo with an average of 71 mm to moderate rainfall in Piliyandala with 85 mm. Based on our climate data it is the driest month of the year in Colombo. The days are mostly sunny, with an average total of around 248 hours of sunshine in Colombo. The sunlight during this month doesn't just make the days brighter, it also seems to make everyone a bit more cheerful.
For specific regional insights in Colombo District for January, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Colombo District climate page.
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What is the weather like in January for the 5 most popular destinations in Colombo District?
Average weather in Colombo
In January Colombo generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Average weather in Mount Lavinia
In January Mount Lavinia generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Average weather in Dehiwala
In January Dehiwala generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Average weather in Nugegoda
In January Nugegoda generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Average weather in Boralesgamuwa
In January Boralesgamuwa generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Colombo District, in Sri Lanka.
Is January the best time to visit Colombo District?
We consider January to be one of the best times to travel to Colombo District. Typically, the climate in Colombo is pleasant. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.
Generally speaking, January, February and March provide pleasant weather in Colombo. On the other hand, the months of April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to have poor weather conditions.
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