Hambantota District weather in January
Planning a getaway to Hambantota 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 Hambantota District in January?
Hambantota District is a region in Sri Lanka. January in Hambantota District generally has very warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.
You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 30°C and nighttime temperatures around 24°C in Tangalle. 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 Kahandamodara with an average of 69 mm to high rainfall in Yala with 105 mm. The days are mostly sunny, with an average total of around 210 hours of sunshine in Tangalle. The sunlight during this month doesn't just make the days brighter, it also seems to make everyone a bit more cheerful.
For a closer look at January's conditions in Hambantota District, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Hambantota District's yearly weather, check out our Hambantota District climate page.
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What is the weather like in January for the 5 most popular destinations in Hambantota District?
Tangalle
In January Tangalle 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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Tissamaharama
In January Tissamaharama generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Kataragama
In January Kataragama generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Kirinda
In January Kirinda 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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Yala
In January Yala generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and high 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 Hambantota District, in Sri Lanka.
Is January the best time to visit Hambantota District?
We consider January to be one of the best times to travel to Hambantota District. Typically, the climate in Tangalle is pleasant. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.
On average, the best time to visit Hambantota District is in January, February and March with generally pleasant weather in Tangalle. On the other hand, the months of October and November tend to have poor weather conditions.
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