Temperature in Ratnapura District in January

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

Ratnapura District, Sri Lanka, a region in Sri Lanka, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in January ranging from 27°C (81°F) in Belihul Oya to 31°C (88°F) in Kiralawelkatuwa. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 22°C (72°F) in Kiralawelkatuwa and 18°C (64°F) in Belihul Oya.

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

Discover the typical January temperatures for the most popular locations of Ratnapura District on the map below. Detailed insights are just a click away.

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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.

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Ratnapura District temperatures in January: frequently asked questions

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

Dambulla averages a daytime high of 29°C (84°F) in January, which is high for Ratnapura District, Sri Lanka.

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

Nighttime temperatures in Dambulla typically drop to around 21°C (70°F) in January.

What is the warmest city in January in Ratnapura District, Sri Lanka?

From a thorough analysis of our records, Kiralawelkatuwa clearly dominates in terms of high temperatures. The city witnesses daytime temperatures hovering around 31°C (88°F), and evenings that remain near 22°C (72°F).

What is the coldest city in January in Ratnapura District, Sri Lanka?

For the month of January, Belihul Oya is the most temperate city in Ratnapura District, Sri Lanka based on our records. Highs average 27°C (81°F) and nighttime temperatures dip to around 18°C (64°F).

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