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Talpe Weather in January
During January, Talpe experiences high daytime temperatures of 29°C (84°F) and cooler nights around 25°C (77°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall. Around 77 mm (3 in) is typical.
Rainfall in Talpe in January
You can expect rain on around 5 days based on historical patterns, with 77 mm (3 in) average for the month. Although rain is not especially frequent, individual showers can still be quite heavy.
Temperature in Talpe in January
Talpe in January is worth a visit. The temperature is excellent, with 29°C (84°F) during the day and 25°C (77°F) at night. This kind of day-to-night contrast is typical for this time of year. With overnight lows of 25°C (77°F), evenings and nights remain warm. Light clothing and an open window or fan can help you sleep comfortably.
Sunshine in Talpe in January
There are approximately 250 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, January is a good time to visit Talpe.
Talpe Temperature in January
Min Temperature
25°C (77°F)
Max Temperature
29°C (84°F)
Chance of Rain
17%
Precipitation
77 mm (3 in)
Rainy days
5 days
Sunshine
250 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Galle, Sri Lanka (9 KM, 6 Miles).
Talpe Weather by Month
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Historical weather records for Talpe in January
Browse day-by-day weather records for Talpe spanning 25 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Talpe historical weather extremes in January
Based on weather observations in Talpe between 2004 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during January.
- On January 23, 2025, temperatures climbed to 33°C (91°F), marking the warmest January day on record.
- The coldest January day was on January 22, 2005, with a maximum of 26°C (79°F).
- The lowest overnight temperature recorded in January was 13°C (55°F) (January 30, 2023).
Best Places in Sri Lanka in January
Find out more about the weather in Sri Lanka and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Sri Lanka in January →
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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).
What to Wear in Talpe in January
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in January. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.
What To Do in Talpe in January
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming9/10 -
Cycling7/10 -
Walking7/10 -
Camping8/10 -
Outdoor sports7/10
Talpe 3-Day Forecast
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