Tangalle weather in January (Hambantota District, Sri Lanka)

What is the weather forecast for Tangalle in January? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

In January, Tangalle usually has very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 30°C, while nights can cool down to about 24°C. Although these are the average temperatures, expect warmer days occasionally. Wear cool clothing and stay hydrated to manage the heat.

Precipitation

Tangalle in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 79 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 5 days.

Average sunshine

Enjoy a sunny month with about 210 hours of sunshine, providing a cheerful and lively atmosphere.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, January is a great time to visit. January, February and March generally stand out with the best circumstances. While October and November tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Tangalle climate page with graphs.

 

Tangalle, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 24°C  

Max Temperature 30°C  

Chance of Rain 17%  

Precipitation 79 mm  

Rainy days 5 days  

Humidity 71% *  

Sunshine 210 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Hambantota, Sri Lanka (39 KM, 24 Miles).

Where to go 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.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

9/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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