January Rainfall and Precipitation in Matara District
Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in Matara District, Sri Lanka in January.
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Monthly precipitation
0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet
Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in January: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.
Matara District precipitation in January: frequently asked questions
How much rainfall does Matara District, Sri Lanka receive in January?
Mirissa stays mostly dry in January, with average rainfall close to 86 mm (3.4 in).
How many days does it rain in Matara District, Sri Lanka in January?
On average, Mirissa has about 5 days days of rain in January.
Is January part of the rainy season in Matara District, Sri Lanka?
Not really. January is outside the wettest stretch of the year in Matara District, Sri Lanka.
What is the wettest city in January in Matara District, Sri Lanka?
Based on our records, Deniyaya receives the most rainfall in Matara District, Sri Lanka in January, averaging about 169 mm (6.7 in).
What is the driest city in January in Matara District, Sri Lanka?
In our records, Dikwella South stands out as the driest city in Matara District, Sri Lanka for January, averaging just 84 mm (3.3 in).
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