Matara District weather in January
Considering a trip to Matara 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 Matara District in January?
Matara District is a region in Sri Lanka. January in Matara District generally has very warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.
You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 30°C and nighttime temperatures around 24°C in Mirissa. 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.
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Dikwella South with an average of 84 mm to heavy rainfall in Deniyaya with 169 mm. Meanwhile, Mirissa enjoys approximately 250 hours of sunshine, offering a mostly sunny climate that adds a pleasant and vibrant feel to the month.
To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Matara District in January, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our Matara District climate page.
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What is the weather like in January for the 5 most popular destinations in Matara District?
Mirissa
In January Mirissa 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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Weligama
In January Weligama 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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Matara
In January Matara 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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Deniyaya
In January Deniyaya generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Dikwella South
In January Dikwella South 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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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Matara District, in Sri Lanka.
Is January the best time to visit Matara District?
We believe that January is one of the best times to visit Matara District with overall pleasant weather in Mirissa. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.
Generally speaking, January, February, March, July and August provide pleasant weather in Mirissa. On the other hand, the weather in May, June, October and November tend to be poor.
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