Unawatuna weather in January (Galle District, Sri Lanka)

Wondering what the weather is like in Unawatuna during January? This guide provides the necessary weather information for your travel plans.

Temperatures

Expect perfect weather in Unawatuna during January, which means high temperatures and moderate rainfall. During the day, temperatures usually reach up to 29°C. At night, they tend to fall to approximately 25°C.

While these temperatures are typical, some days might be even hotter. Always be prepared for the unexpected spikes in warmth. Dressing in lightweight and breathable outfits will help you stay cool. Don't forget to stay hydrated and wear sun protection to handle the heat better.

Precipitation

Unawatuna in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 76 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 5 days.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 250 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, January is a prime time to visit Unawatuna. January typically offers the best circumstances. While May, June, September, October and November tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Unawatuna, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 25°C  

Max Temperature 29°C  

Chance of Rain 17%  

Precipitation 76 mm  

Rainy days 5 days  

Sunshine 250 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Galle, Sri Lanka (5 KM, 3 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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