Galle District weather in January
Planning a getaway to Galle 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 Galle District in January?
Galle District is a region in Sri Lanka. January in Galle District generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.
You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 29°C and nighttime temperatures around 25°C in Hikkaduwa. The temperatures mentioned for both day and night are typical averages. However some days might get even hotter. It's best to stay prepared by wearing cloths suitable for the warmth.
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Mihiripenne with an average of 75 mm to heavy rainfall in Nelluwa with 164 mm. Meanwhile, Hikkaduwa enjoys approximately 250 hours of sunshine, offering a mostly sunny climate that adds a pleasant and vibrant feel to the month.
For a closer look at January's conditions in Galle District, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Galle District's yearly weather, check out our Galle District climate page.
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What is the weather like in January for the 5 most popular destinations in Galle District?
Hikkaduwa
In January Hikkaduwa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Galle
In January Galle generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Unawatuna
In January Unawatuna generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Weligama
In January Weligama generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Bentota
In January Bentota generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°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 Galle District, in Sri Lanka.
Is January the best time to visit Galle District?
We believe that January is one of the best times to visit Galle District with overall perfect weather in Hikkaduwa. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.
Generally speaking, January provides perfect weather in Hikkaduwa. On the other hand, the weather in May, June, September, October and November tend to be poor.
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