Udawalawe weather in January (Ratnapura District, Sri Lanka)

Looking to travel to Udawalawe in January? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In January, Udawalawe generally has very high temperatures and high rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 30°C, while nights can cool down to about 20°C. Bear in mind, these are average temperatures, and it can get even warmer on particular days. Make sure to choose clothing that accommodates the warmth.

Udawalawe in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 134 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 5 days of rain.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 210 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures June, July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While April, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Udawalawe, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 20°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 18%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 134 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 5 days  
HumidityHumidity 71% *  
SunshineSunshine 210 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Hambantota, Sri Lanka (48 KM, 30 Miles).

Where to go in Sri Lanka in January

Find out more about the weather in Sri Lanka in January and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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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 Udawalawe in January?

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. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

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

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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