Mannar District Weather in January

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

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Considering a trip to Mannar District, Sri Lanka this January and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Mannar District in January

Mannar District, Sri Lanka is a region in Sri Lanka. January in Mannar District generally has warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) in Mannar. On average, January is the month with the lowest temperatures of the year in Mannar.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Mannar District, Sri Lanka, check out the map below.

Precipitation

January is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 63 mm (2.5 in) in Mannar.

Explore Mannar District by month

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

January29°C (84°F) February30°C (86°F) March32°C (90°F) April32°C (90°F) May32°C (90°F) June31°C (88°F) This monthJuly31°C (88°F) August31°C (88°F) September30°C (86°F) October30°C (86°F) November29°C (84°F) December29°C (84°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Mannar District in January

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
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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 Mannar District

What is the weather like in January for the most popular destinonation in Mannar District, Sri Lanka?

Mannar

In January Mannar generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

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Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
162 mm (6.4 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
34 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Mannar 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.

Mannar District weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

January in Mannar District, Sri Lanka brings perfect weather. In Mannar, daytime temperatures are typically around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime lows hover near 24°C (75°F).

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

In Mannar, the average daytime high in January is 29°C (84°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 24°C (75°F).

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

January is on the drier side in Mannar District, Sri Lanka. Mannar averages only about 63 mm (2.5 in), with most days staying dry.

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

We consider January to be one of the best times to travel to Mannar District, Sri Lanka. Typically, the climate in Mannar is perfect. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, January provides perfect weather in Mannar. On the other hand, the months of October and November tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Mannar District.

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