Temperature in Polonnaruwa District in January

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in Polonnaruwa District, Sri Lanka this January.

Polonnaruwa District, Sri Lanka, a region in Sri Lanka, typically experiences warm weather in January, with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) in Polonnaruwa. On average, it is one of the coldest months of the year.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Polonnaruwa District, Sri Lanka in January?

To get a sense of January's typical temperatures in the key spots of Polonnaruwa District, explore the map below. Click on a point for an in-depth look.

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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Polonnaruwa District, check out our Polonnaruwa District's climate page.

See also: Polonnaruwa District weather by month.

Best Places to Visit in Polonnaruwa District in January

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in January: blue is cold, red is hot.

See all January weather averages, cities and regions in Polonnaruwa District

Polonnaruwa District temperatures in January: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Polonnaruwa District, Sri Lanka in January?

Expect daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F) in Polonnaruwa. That makes January a high month for Polonnaruwa District, Sri Lanka.

How cold does it get at night in Polonnaruwa District, Sri Lanka in January?

Nighttime temperatures in Polonnaruwa typically drop to around 22°C (72°F) in January.

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