Weather in January in Kurunegala District
Considering a trip to Kurunegala District this January and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Kurunegala District in January?
Kurunegala District is a region in Sri Lanka. January in Kurunegala District generally has very warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.
Temperatures
You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 31°C and nighttime temperatures around 22°C in Kurunegala. 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.
Precipitation
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Kurunegala with an average of 70 mm to moderate rainfall in Melsiripura with 86 mm.Average sunshine
The city Kurunegala usually sees around 166 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Kurunegala District in January, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our Kurunegala District climate page.
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What is the weather like in January for the 2 most popular destinations in Kurunegala District?
Kurunegala
In January Kurunegala generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Melsiripura
In January Melsiripura generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Is January the best time to visit Kurunegala District?
We consider January to be one of the best times to travel to Kurunegala District. Typically, the climate in Kurunegala is pleasant. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.
Generally speaking, January and February provide pleasant weather in Kurunegala. The weather in April, October and November, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
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