Weather in Sri Lanka in January
Most regions of Sri Lanka enjoy perfect weather in January. The best regions for travelling in Sri Lanka in January are the cultural triangle, central highlands, and southwestern regions.
Due to the northeast monsoon winds, the northern and eastern parts of Sri Lanka experience rainy weather in January. Avoid Jaffna, Trincomalee, Nilaveli, Pasikuda, and Arugam Bay in this month.
January is considered the coolest month in Sri Lanka. The average daytime temperatures in the coastal lowlands of Sri Lanka in January range from 23°C to 31 °C (73.4°F to 87.8°F). Meanwhile, the average daytime temperatures in the central highlands of Sri Lanka in January range from 10°C to 26°C (50°F to 78.8°F). January is also one of the least humid months in Sri Lanka.
Weather in Sri Lanka in January
Most regions of Sri Lanka enjoy perfect weather in January. The best regions for travelling in Sri Lanka in January are the cultural triangle, central highlands, and southwestern regions.
Due to the northeast monsoon winds, the northern and eastern parts of Sri Lanka experience rainy weather in January. Avoid Jaffna, Trincomalee, Nilaveli, Pasikuda, and Arugam Bay in this month.
January is considered the coolest month in Sri Lanka. The average daytime temperatures in the coastal lowlands of Sri Lanka in January range from 23°C to 31 °C (73.4°F to 87.8°F). Meanwhile, the average daytime temperatures in the central highlands of Sri Lanka in January range from 10°C to 26°C (50°F to 78.8°F). January is also one of the least humid months in Sri Lanka.
Weather in Sri Lanka in January
Most regions of Sri Lanka enjoy perfect weather in January. The best regions for travelling in Sri Lanka in January are the cultural triangle, central highlands, and southwestern regions.
Due to the northeast monsoon winds, the northern and eastern parts of Sri Lanka experience rainy weather in January. Avoid Jaffna, Trincomalee, Nilaveli, Pasikuda, and Arugam Bay in this month.
January is considered the coolest month in Sri Lanka. The average daytime temperatures in the coastal lowlands of Sri Lanka in January range from 23°C to 31 °C (73.4°F to 87.8°F). Meanwhile, the average daytime temperatures in the central highlands of Sri Lanka in January range from 10°C to 26°C (50°F to 78.8°F). January is also one of the least humid months in Sri Lanka.
Sri Lanka itineraries for January
Sri Lanka itineraries that are planned according to the weather patterns of Sri Lanka in January are usually clockwise and avoid destinations in the north and the east. Here are some of the itineraries that can be recommended for Sri Lanka tours in January.
Sri Lanka itineraries for January
Sri Lanka itineraries that are planned according to the weather patterns of Sri Lanka in January are usually clockwise and avoid destinations in the north and the east. Here are some of the itineraries that can be recommended for Sri Lanka tours in January.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. Is January a good time to visit Sri Lanka?
Yes, January is a great time to visit Sri Lanka. It is a time that you can have a fantastic time exploring the attractions in Negombo, Sigiriya, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Ella, Yala and Udawalawe. The best beaches in January are Bentota, Induruwa, Hikkaduwa, Dikwella, Tangalle, Mirissa and Unawatuna.
2. How are the crowds and costs in Sri Lanka in January?
The beautiful weather in Sri Lanka in January attracts many tourists. Expect to see some crowds at popular tourist sites. Hikkaduwa, Mirissa and Unawatuna beach areas tend to be a bit busy in January. For quiet beaches with good weather, visit Bentota, Induruwa, Ahungalla and Dikwella in this month.
Due to the high demand from tourists, hotel rates and airfares are more expensive in January. Generally, the hotels with good service and good rates are the first to get fully booked. In order to enjoy the best deals, book your January Sri Lanka tour at least six months prior to your tour dates.
3. How is the weather in Sri Lanka in January compared to adjacent months?
Out of the three months (December, January, and February), January and February have the best weather conditions in Sri Lanka.
Sri Lanka faces some rainy weather in the first half of December, but the second half of December is nice and sunny.
4. What to do in Sri Lanka in January?
In addition to the excursions that are suggested in the above itineraries, you may visit Adam’s Peak, enjoy surfing in Hikkaduwa or take a whale-watching tour in Mirissa in January.
5. Are there any local festivals in Sri Lanka in January?
Thai Pongal day is one of the significant Tamil festivals in Sri Lanka that is celebrated in January.
According to the Tamil solar calendar, Thai Pongal is the first day of January, which usually falls on the 14th of January. On this day, Tamils worship the Sun God for helping their farming activities in the previous year.
If you visit a Hindu Temple on the morning of Thai Pongal day, you can witness the Tamil rituals of this festival and enjoy Pongal Rice cooked by the locals.
Another celebration in Sri Lanka in January is the Duruthu Poya. On this day, Buddhists visit temples to worship Lord Buddha, celebrating his first visit to Sri Lanka. If you are in Sri Lanka on Duruthu Poya, visit a Buddhist temple to witness this spiritual event.
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