Ulapane weather in January (Sri Lanka)

Planning a trip to Ulapane in January? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In January, Ulapane generally has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 27°C, while nights can cool down to about 19°C.

Ulapane in January usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 164 mm for the month. It's the month with the least rainfall. Whether you're keen on hiking, outdoor festivals, or just enjoying a walk in the park, this month provides a reliably dry backdrop for all your plans. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 6 days of rain are anticipated.

The city usually sees around 166 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. January typically offers the most optimal weather. In contrast, April, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Ulapane, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 19°C  

Max Temperature 27°C  

Chance of Rain 19%  

Precipitation 164 mm  

Rainy days 6 days  

Humidity 75% *  

Windspeed 7 km/h *  

Sunshine 166 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka (23 KM, 14 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.

Weather conditions Weather

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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 Ulapane 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

7/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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