January Rainfall and Precipitation in Colombo District
Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in Colombo District, Sri Lanka in January.
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Monthly precipitation
0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet
Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in January: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.
Colombo District precipitation in January: frequently asked questions
How much rainfall does Colombo District, Sri Lanka receive in January?
Colombo sees moderate rainfall in January, averaging around 71 mm (2.8 in). Most days stay dry, with the occasional shower.
How many days does it rain in Colombo District, Sri Lanka in January?
Rainfall in Colombo typically falls on roughly 5 days days in January.
Is January part of the rainy season in Colombo District, Sri Lanka?
No. January sits outside the typical rainy season in Colombo District, Sri Lanka, so you can expect drier conditions overall.
What is the wettest city in January in Colombo District, Sri Lanka?
Looking at our data, Avissawella tops the wettest-cities list in Colombo District, Sri Lanka for January, with monthly rainfall averaging 156 mm (6.1 in).
What is the driest city in January in Colombo District, Sri Lanka?
Based on our database, Colombo sees the least rainfall in Colombo District, Sri Lanka in January, with around 71 mm (2.8 in) on average.
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