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Hambantota in January 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Hambantota 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 Hambantota, Sri Lanka.

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Hambantota in January 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

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Hambantota in January in summary
Favourable weather
Min 26°C Max 29°C 122 mm 6 day(s) 79% 23% 29°C UV 7 11.0 h/day
Best activities in January
Beach and swimmingAnimal observationDiving and snorkelingWatersportsNature and landscapesBoat trip and cruise
Practical guidelines
Very large crowds 06:21 18:09
Hourly weather

Average weather in Hambantota in January 2027

Favourable weather

The weather in Hambantota 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 Hambantota in January

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

Temperatures and rain in Hambantota 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

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Average rainfall

About the climate in Hambantota in January

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Hambantota in January

Check the seasonal normals in Hambantota 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 27.6°C 27.6°C 28.1°C
Maximum temperature 29.0°C 29.3°C 29.8°C
Minimum temperature 26.2°C 26.0°C 26.4°C
Record maximum temperature 32.0°C
(2016)
31.0°C
(2009)
32.0°C
(2009)
Record low temperature 24.0°C
(2011)
23.0°C
(2021)
24.0°C
(2011)
Number of days at +30° 10 day(s)
(32%)
12 day(s)
(39%)
18 day(s)
(62%)
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) 28.2°C 27.7°C 28.4°C
Sea temperature (minimum) 27.1°C 26.6°C 27.3°C
Sea temperature (maximum) 29.1°C 28.7°C 29.4°C
Wind
Wind speed 18 km/h 19 km/h 21 km/h
Wind temperature 26.3°C 26.0°C 26.4°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 226.0 mm 122.1 mm 113.6 mm
Number of days with precipitation 22 day(s)
(71%)
14 day(s)
(45%)
13 day(s)
(45%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 11 day(s)
(36%)
6 day(s)
(21%)
6 day(s)
(20%)
Record precipitation in one day 126.6 mm
(2019)
54.9 mm
(2011)
54.9 mm
(2012)
Other weather data
Humidity 82% 79% 79%
Visibility 9.4 km 9.6 km 9.6 km
Cloud cover 33% 23% 21%
UV index 7 7 7
Daily sunshine 8h 11h 11h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 06h07 06h21 06h22
Sunset time 17h54 18h09 18h17
Day length 11h47 11h48 11h55
Our opinion on the climate in January
The review of Where And When favourable weather favourable weather favourable weather
Activities and events

What to do in Hambantota in January?

Best activities in January
Beach and swimmingAnimal observationDiving and snorkelingWatersportsNature and landscapesBoat trip and cruise
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Hambantota in January last?

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

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Light rain shower
25°C26°C2.7 mm
2
Light rain shower
24°C25°C8.8 mm
3
Partly Cloudy
25°C26°C0.3 mm
4
Patchy rain nearby
25°C29°C0.1 mm
5
Light rain shower
25°C28°C1.0 mm
6
Light rain shower
26°C28°C0.7 mm
7
Patchy rain nearby
26°C28°C0.1 mm
8
Patchy rain nearby
26°C27°C0.4 mm
9
Patchy rain nearby
26°C29°C0.4 mm
10
Light rain shower
26°C29°C2.5 mm
11
Light rain shower
25°C28°C7.3 mm
12
Patchy rain nearby
25°C26°C0.5 mm
13
Patchy rain nearby
26°C29°C1.2 mm
14
Moderate or heavy rain shower
24°C24°C7.5 mm
15
Patchy rain nearby
23°C24°C7.0 mm
16
Partly Cloudy
26°C28°C0.0 mm
17
Partly Cloudy
26°C29°C0.0 mm
18
Light rain shower
25°C27°C6.6 mm
19
Patchy light rain
24°C24°C15.9 mm
20
Partly Cloudy
25°C26°C0.0 mm
21
Patchy light rain in area with thunder
26°C29°C1.9 mm
22
Patchy rain nearby
25°C28°C2.4 mm
23
Patchy rain nearby
26°C28°C0.8 mm
24
Light rain shower
25°C27°C4.1 mm
25
Cloudy
24°C25°C0.0 mm
26
Light rain shower
25°C28°C3.8 mm
27
Cloudy
25°C27°C0.0 mm
28
Light drizzle
23°C25°C0.6 mm
29
Partly Cloudy
25°C27°C0.0 mm
30
Patchy rain nearby
26°C29°C1.1 mm
31
Patchy rain nearby
26°C29°C0.3 mm
Nearby

Where to go near Hambantota in January?

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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Hambantota in January: your frequently asked questions

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

Yes, it’s a good time. Conditions are favorable in Hambantota in January, which places this month 2th out of 12.

Expect an average of 29°C during the day and 26°C at night, with about 122 mm of precipitation spread over 6 rainy days.

Yes: the sea is 28°C on average in January, a pleasant temperature for swimming.

Expect about 11.0 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

This month is particularly suited to these activities: Beach and swimming, Animal observation, Diving and snorkeling and Watersports. These are the ones for which the conditions on site are most favourable.

Yes: this month is in Very large crowds, with a visitor index of 77/100. Book your accommodation and transportation well in advance.

The most favorable months in Hambantota are: January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September and December. You are therefore already in one of the best times of the year; shifting your plans would not gain you much in terms of weather.
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