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Batticaloa in January 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Batticaloa in January 2027? Discover the usual weather at this time of year, average temperatures, the risk of rain, possible activities, and our opinion on whether January is a good month to travel to Batticaloa, Sri Lanka.

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Batticaloa in January 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

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Batticaloa in January in summary
Fair weather
Min 25°C Max 27°C 349 mm 12 day(s) 81% 46% 29°C UV 6 9.9 h/day
Best activities in January
Cultural visits and heritageNature and landscapesGastronomy
Practical guidelines
Moderate crowds 06:21 18:04
Hourly weather

Average weather in Batticaloa in January 2027

Fair weather

The weather in Batticaloa in January 2027 is based on statistical data from previous years in January. This allows you to forecast the weather in January 2027. Check the hourly statistics (6:00, 9:00, 12:00, 15:00, 18:00, 21:00, 0:00 and 3:00), with the associated average temperature, for the whole month, and also, by navigating the tabs, for the beginning, middle and end of the month.

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Climate

Climate of Batticaloa in January

Temperatures, precipitation and monthly trends help to better understand the climate in Batticaloa in January.

Temperatures and rain in Batticaloa in January

Average daily weather

Temperatures and rain day by day in January.
Minimal Average Maximums Average rainfall

Monthly temperatures

The month of January is highlighted to compare it quickly with the rest of the year.
Minimal Average Maximums

Monthly precipitation

The bar for the month under study is highlighted.
Average rainfall

About the climate in Batticaloa in January

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Batticaloa in January

Check the seasonal normals in Batticaloa in January and compare the weather with the previous month and the following month (or the months of your choice by selecting months in the form below): temperatures, wind, rain, humidity, climate rating...

Last updated: 12/01/2026
Reference period for normals: January 2009 - December 2025
Month analyzed
January
Weather data December January February
Outside temperature
Average temperature 27.0°C 26.4°C 27.1°C
Maximum temperature 28.0°C 27.4°C 28.3°C
Minimum temperature 26.0°C 25.4°C 25.9°C
Record maximum temperature 31.0°C
(2013)
29.0°C
(2009)
31.0°C
(2009)
Record low temperature 24.0°C
(2009)
23.0°C
(2014)
23.0°C
(2011)
Number of days at +30° 3 day(s)
(10%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
4 day(s)
(14%)
Number of days at +18° 31 day(s)
(100%)
31 day(s)
(100%)
28 day(s)
(97%)
Number of days below 0° 0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Sea temperature
Sea temperature (average) 28.0°C 27.4°C 27.8°C
Sea temperature (minimum) 26.7°C 25.9°C 26.3°C
Sea temperature (maximum) 29.1°C 28.8°C 29.4°C
Wind
Wind speed 17 km/h 18 km/h 17 km/h
Wind temperature 26.0°C 25.5°C 26.0°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 546.1 mm 348.5 mm 223.1 mm
Number of days with precipitation 25 day(s)
(81%)
21 day(s)
(68%)
16 day(s)
(55%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 18 day(s)
(57%)
12 day(s)
(38%)
9 day(s)
(31%)
Record precipitation in one day 147.6 mm
(2012)
250.2 mm
(2021)
117.5 mm
(2011)
Other weather data
Humidity 82% 81% 79%
Visibility 8.7 km 9.2 km 9.4 km
Cloud cover 48% 46% 40%
UV index 6 6 6
Daily sunshine 7h 10h 11h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 06h08 06h21 06h21
Sunset time 17h49 18h04 18h14
Day length 11h41 11h43 11h53
Our opinion on the climate in January
The review of Where And When very bad weather fair weather favourable weather
Activities and events

What to do in Batticaloa in January?

Best activities in January
Cultural visits and heritageNature and landscapesGastronomy
Possible activities in January
Beach and swimmingAnimal observationDiving and snorkelingWatersportsBoat trip and cruise
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Batticaloa in January last?

Find the observed weather calendar in Batticaloa in January 2025, with each day’s weather, temperatures and precipitation.

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Light rain shower
25°C26°C14.6 mm
2
Patchy rain nearby
26°C27°C1.4 mm
3
Overcast
25°C27°C0.0 mm
4
Overcast
25°C27°C0.1 mm
5
Partly Cloudy
24°C26°C0.0 mm
6
Partly Cloudy
24°C26°C0.0 mm
7
Patchy rain nearby
24°C27°C0.5 mm
8
Clear/Sunny
25°C27°C0.0 mm
9
Patchy rain nearby
25°C26°C3.8 mm
10
Light rain shower
25°C27°C13.5 mm
11
Light rain shower
25°C26°C12.8 mm
12
Light rain shower
25°C27°C10.6 mm
13
Patchy rain nearby
25°C27°C3.5 mm
14
Patchy rain nearby
25°C26°C12.3 mm
15
Light rain shower
25°C26°C7.2 mm
16
Patchy rain nearby
24°C27°C11.6 mm
17
Patchy rain nearby
25°C27°C0.6 mm
18
Light rain shower
25°C26°C13.3 mm
19
Light rain
24°C25°C26.5 mm
20
Partly Cloudy
23°C26°C0.9 mm
21
Patchy rain nearby
25°C27°C2.5 mm
22
Patchy rain nearby
25°C26°C3.9 mm
23
Patchy rain nearby
26°C27°C0.2 mm
24
Partly Cloudy
25°C27°C1.3 mm
25
Light rain
24°C25°C13.2 mm
26
Patchy rain nearby
25°C27°C1.9 mm
27
Partly Cloudy
26°C27°C0.0 mm
28
Patchy rain nearby
25°C26°C0.0 mm
29
Light rain
23°C24°C25.1 mm
30
Patchy rain nearby
24°C28°C1.2 mm
31
Patchy light drizzle
25°C27°C3.8 mm
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Where to go near Batticaloa in January?

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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Batticaloa in January: your frequently asked questions

Short answers to the questions we ask ourselves before booking for this month.

It's an average period, nothing special. Conditions are mediocre in Batticaloa in January, which ranks this month 9th out of 12. The choice of region will make a real difference.

Expect an average of 27°C during the day and 25°C at night, with about 349 mm of precipitation spread over 12 rainy days.

Yes: the sea is 27°C on average in January, a pleasant temperature for swimming.

Expect about 9.9 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

This month is particularly suited to these activities: Cultural visits and heritage, Nature and landscapes and Gastronomy. These are the ones for which the conditions on site are most favourable.

No: this month is in Moderate crowds, with a visitor index of 26/100. It is one of the quietest periods of the year.

If your dates are flexible, the most favorable months in Batticaloa are: February, March, April, May, June, July, August and September. Compare them before finalizing your departure.
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