Vavuniya District Weather in January

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

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Vavuniya

Are you planning a trip a to Vavuniya District, Sri Lanka in January and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Vavuniya District in January

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

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) in Vavuniya. The temperatures mentioned for daytime and nighttime are general averages. However there can be days that surpass these temperatures. So equip yourself with clothing that can handle the potential heat.

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

Precipitation

January is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 75 mm (3 in) in Vavuniya.

Explore Vavuniya District by month

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

January30°C (86°F) February32°C (90°F) March35°C (95°F) April35°C (95°F) May35°C (95°F) June35°C (95°F) This monthJuly35°C (95°F) August35°C (95°F) September35°C (95°F) October33°C (91°F) November31°C (88°F) December30°C (86°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Vavuniya District in January

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

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

Vavuniya

In January Vavuniya generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

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23°C (73°F)
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170 mm (6.7 in)
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Vavuniya 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.

Vavuniya District weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

Vavuniya District, Sri Lanka typically experiences tolerable weather in January, part of the season. Daytime highs in Vavuniya average around 30°C (86°F), and temperatures drop to about 22°C (72°F) at night.

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

Daytime temperatures in Vavuniya peak at roughly 30°C (86°F) in January, dropping to about 22°C (72°F) overnight.

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

Not particularly. Vavuniya averages just 75 mm (3 in) of rain in January, making it a mostly dry month for Vavuniya District, Sri Lanka.

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

We believe that January is one of the best times to visit Vavuniya District, Sri Lanka with overall pleasant weather in Vavuniya. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit Vavuniya District, Sri Lanka is in January and February with generally tolerable weather in Vavuniya. On the other hand, the months of March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to have poor weather conditions.

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