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Welisara weather in January (Gampaha District, Sri Lanka)

Thinking of visiting Welisara in January? Check the weather first! Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

During January, Welisara usually has very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Expect the temperatures during the day to hover around 32°C. At night, they will likely drop to about 24°C. Average temperatures can be deceiving; some days will be hotter. Wear breathable fabrics and drink plenty of water to stay cool.

Precipitation

Welisara in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 63 mm for the month. Enjoy the driest month with minimal rain interruptions. It's an excellent time for outdoor plans, from sports to festivals. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 5 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 248 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, January is one of the better months to visit Welisara. January, February and March typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Sri Lanka, check out our Welisara's climate page.

Welisara, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 24°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 32°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 28°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 15%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 63 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 5 days  
HumidityHumidity 70% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 2 m/s *  
SunshineSunshine 248 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: Colombo, Sri Lanka (15 KM, 9 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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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).

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Check the conditions for any month of the year.

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Sri Lanka, check out our Welisara's climate page.

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. With a water temperature of around 28°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

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