Weligama weather in January (Galle District, Sri Lanka)

What weather conditions can you expect in Weligama this January? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

January in Weligama generally includes very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. In the daytime, temperatures tend to hover near 30°C, cooling down at night to around 24°C. Remember, these are typical temperatures, and certain days could be even hotter. Ensure you wear appropriate clothing to handle the warmth.

Precipitation

Weligama in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 89 mm for the month. This month experiences about 5 days of rain according to historical data.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 250 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

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

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

 

Weligama, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 24°C  

Max Temperature 30°C  

Chance of Rain 18%  

Precipitation 89 mm  

Rainy days 5 days  

Sunshine 250 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Galle, Sri Lanka (24 KM, 15 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. 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.

Swimming

9/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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