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Negombo in January 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Negombo 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 Negombo, Sri Lanka.

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Negombo in January 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

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Negombo in January in summary
Favourable weather
Min 26°C Max 31°C 92 mm 6 day(s) 76% 23% 29°C UV 7 11.0 h/day
Best activities in January
Beach and swimmingCultural visits and heritageAnimal observationFamily and attractionsDiving and snorkelingWatersportsNature and landscapesGastronomyWell-beingBoat trip and cruise
Practical guidelines
High crowding 06:27 18:12
Hourly weather

Average weather in Negombo in January 2027

Favourable weather

The weather in Negombo 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 Negombo in January

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

Temperatures and rain in Negombo 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 Negombo in January

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Negombo in January

Check the seasonal normals in Negombo 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 28.3°C 28.4°C 29.3°C
Maximum temperature 30.4°C 30.9°C 32.0°C
Minimum temperature 26.1°C 25.8°C 26.7°C
Record maximum temperature 35.0°C
(2021)
35.0°C
(2016)
37.0°C
(2010)
Record low temperature 21.0°C
(2021)
22.0°C
(2020)
22.0°C
(2021)
Number of days at +30° 24 day(s)
(77%)
27 day(s)
(87%)
27 day(s)
(93%)
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) 27.8°C 27.5°C 28.1°C
Sea temperature (minimum) 26.7°C 26.1°C 26.9°C
Sea temperature (maximum) 29.0°C 28.9°C 29.7°C
Wind
Wind speed 18 km/h 19 km/h 18 km/h
Wind temperature 26.2°C 25.8°C 26.7°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 221.9 mm 91.7 mm 86.2 mm
Number of days with precipitation 21 day(s)
(68%)
12 day(s)
(39%)
11 day(s)
(38%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 11 day(s)
(37%)
6 day(s)
(19%)
5 day(s)
(19%)
Record precipitation in one day 111.4 mm
(2017)
72.3 mm
(2009)
41.0 mm
(2010)
Other weather data
Humidity 81% 76% 75%
Visibility 9.4 km 9.7 km 9.7 km
Cloud cover 33% 23% 20%
UV index 7 7 7
Daily sunshine 9h 11h 11h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 06h14 06h27 06h28
Sunset time 17h57 18h12 18h22
Day length 11h43 11h45 11h54
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 Negombo in January?

Best activities in January
Beach and swimmingCultural visits and heritageAnimal observationFamily and attractionsDiving and snorkelingWatersportsNature and landscapesGastronomyWell-beingBoat trip and cruise
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Negombo in January last?

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

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Patchy light rain
24°C27°C2.1 mm
2
Patchy light drizzle
24°C30°C1.3 mm
3
Cloudy
23°C29°C1.0 mm
4
Patchy rain nearby
23°C29°C0.0 mm
5
Patchy light drizzle
23°C28°C1.0 mm
6
Patchy rain nearby
23°C28°C0.1 mm
7
Clear/Sunny
22°C28°C0.0 mm
8
Clear/Sunny
22°C28°C0.0 mm
9
Patchy rain nearby
23°C29°C0.4 mm
10
Partly Cloudy
24°C30°C2.2 mm
11
Light rain shower
24°C28°C0.4 mm
12
Partly Cloudy
24°C29°C0.4 mm
13
Patchy rain nearby
24°C28°C1.9 mm
14
Patchy rain nearby
24°C25°C3.5 mm
15
Patchy light drizzle
24°C24°C0.5 mm
16
Partly Cloudy
24°C29°C0.6 mm
17
Patchy rain nearby
23°C30°C0.1 mm
18
Patchy rain nearby
24°C29°C1.1 mm
19
Light drizzle
23°C24°C3.1 mm
20
Partly Cloudy
23°C28°C0.2 mm
21
Patchy rain nearby
23°C28°C3.8 mm
22
Patchy rain nearby
23°C28°C3.4 mm
23
Patchy rain nearby
24°C29°C2.5 mm
24
Patchy rain nearby
23°C26°C0.4 mm
25
Partly Cloudy
23°C26°C0.0 mm
26
Partly Cloudy
23°C27°C2.8 mm
27
Light rain shower
24°C28°C1.2 mm
28
Patchy light rain
24°C25°C1.8 mm
29
Partly Cloudy
23°C26°C0.0 mm
30
Patchy rain nearby
24°C28°C1.4 mm
31
Patchy rain nearby
25°C29°C1.3 mm
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Where to go near Negombo in January?

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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Negombo 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 Negombo in January, which places this month 1st out of 12.

Expect an average of 31°C during the day and 26°C at night, with about 92 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, Cultural visits and heritage, Animal observation and Family and attractions. These are the ones for which the conditions on site are most favourable.

Yes: this month is in High crowding, with a visitor index of 70/100. Book your accommodation and transportation well in advance.

The most favorable months in Negombo are: January, February, March 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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