Weather in January in Gampaha District
Are you planning a trip a to Gampaha District in January and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in Gampaha District in January?
Gampaha District is a region in Sri Lanka. January in Gampaha District generally has very warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.
Temperatures
You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 31°C and nighttime temperatures around 24°C in Negombo. To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Gampaha District in January, check out the map below. The temperatures mentioned for daytime and nighttime are general averages. However there can be days that surpass these temperatures. So equip yourself with clothing that can handle the potential heat.For a closer look at conditions across Gampaha District, refer to the map below.
Precipitation
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Negombo with an average of 48 mm to high rainfall in Kapugoda with 112 mm. In Negombo, this particular month consistently records the lowest levels of rainfall, making it the driest period throughout the entire year.Average sunshine
Meanwhile, Negombo enjoys close to 248 hours of sunlight. This means it's a great month if you prefer bright and sunny days.For more details on the yearly climate, visit our Gampaha District climate page.
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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Sri Lanka, check out our Gampaha District's climate page.
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in January for the 5 most popular destinations in Gampaha District?
Negombo
In January Negombo generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Katunayaka
In January Katunayaka 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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Ja-Ela
In January Ja-Ela 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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Seeduwa
In January Seeduwa 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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Gampaha
In January Gampaha generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°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 Gampaha District, in Sri Lanka.
Is January the best time to visit Gampaha District?
We believe that January is one of the best times to visit Gampaha District with overall pleasant weather in Negombo. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.
On average, the best time to visit Gampaha District is in January, February and March with generally pleasant weather in Negombo. On the other hand, the weather in May, June, July, September, October and November tend to be poor.
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