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Galle District Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Galle District, Sri Lanka in January.

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Planning a getaway to Galle District, Sri Lanka 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 to Expect in Galle District in January

Galle District, Sri Lanka is a region in Sri Lanka. January in Galle District generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) 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.

For a closer look at conditions across Galle District, Sri Lanka, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Mihiripenne with an average of 75 mm (3 in) to heavy rainfall in Nelluwa with 164 mm (6.5 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Hikkaduwa enjoys about 250 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Galle District by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Galle District — and find the best time to visit. (based on Hikkaduwa)

January29°C (84°F) February30°C (86°F) March30°C (86°F) April30°C (86°F) May30°C (86°F) This monthJune29°C (84°F) July29°C (84°F) August29°C (84°F) September29°C (84°F) October29°C (84°F) November29°C (84°F) December29°C (84°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Galle District in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Galle District.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Galle District

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Galle District, Sri Lanka?

Temperature range in Galle District (January)

Precipitation variation in Galle District (January)

Hikkaduwa

In January Hikkaduwa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
220 hours
250 hours
249 hours
Monthly rainfall
171 mm (6.7 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
5 days
5 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Hikkaduwa →

Galle

In January Galle generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
220 hours
250 hours
249 hours
Monthly rainfall
168 mm (6.6 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
5 days
5 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
pleasant
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Unawatuna

In January Unawatuna generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
220 hours
250 hours
249 hours
Monthly rainfall
162 mm (6.4 in)
76 mm (3 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
5 days
5 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Unawatuna →

Weligama

In January Weligama generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
220 hours
250 hours
249 hours
Monthly rainfall
183 mm (7.2 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
5 days
5 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Weligama →

Bentota

In January Bentota generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
220 hours
250 hours
249 hours
Monthly rainfall
182 mm (7.2 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
5 days
5 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Bentota →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Galle District, in Sri Lanka.

In our records: Sri Lanka January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in Sri Lanka in our climate database (1995 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest January night in Sri Lanka dropped to -2°C (28°F) in Bentota on January 1, 2020.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Galle District in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Hikkaduwa 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Galle 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Unawatuna 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 76 mm (3 in)
Weligama 30°C (86°F) 24°C (75°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Bentota 30°C (86°F) 24°C (75°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Matara 30°C (86°F) 24°C (75°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)

Galle District weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Galle District, Sri Lanka in January?

Expect perfect weather across Galle District, Sri Lanka in January. The popular destination of Hikkaduwa averages 29°C (84°F) by day and 25°C (77°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Galle District, Sri Lanka in January?

Average temperatures in Galle District, Sri Lanka during January range from a nighttime low near 25°C (77°F) to a daytime high around 29°C (84°F) in Hikkaduwa.

Does Galle District, Sri Lanka get a lot of rain in January?

January is on the drier side in Galle District, Sri Lanka. Hikkaduwa averages only about 78 mm (3.1 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Galle District, Sri Lanka?

We believe that January is one of the best times to visit Galle District, Sri Lanka 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 April, May, June, September, October and November tend to be poor.

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