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Weather in Anuradhapura for January 2026

Your guide to Anuradhapura weather in January - trends and predictions

    Temperatures

  • In general, the average temperature in Anuradhapura at the beginning of January is 27.9 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to slightly decrease, reaching an average of 27.6 °C by the end of January.

    • Rain 🌧️

  • Anuradhapura experiences heavy rainfall in January, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 290.5 mm.

Average dry days
7
Dry days
Average rainy days
24
Rainy days
Average snowy days
0
Snow days
Average temperatures
27°/21°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
15 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
87 %
Avg humidity

Anuradhapura Weather January

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December
February
Mon.Tue.Wed.Thu.Fri.Sat.Sun.
1
Moderate or heavy rain shower
26°
2
Overcast
28°
3
Patchy rain possible
28°
4
Partly cloudy
28°
5
Partly cloudy
28°
6
Partly cloudy
28°
7
Moderate rain at times
29°
8
Heavy rain at times
28°
9
Patchy rain possible
29°
10
Patchy rain possible
27°
11
Moderate or heavy rain shower
24°
12
Moderate or heavy rain shower
25°
13
Moderate rain at times
29°
14
Moderate or heavy rain shower
23°
15
Heavy rain at times
25°
16
Moderate rain at times
27°
17
Moderate rain at times
28°
18
Moderate or heavy rain shower
25°
19
Moderate or heavy rain shower
23°
20
Heavy rain at times
26°
21
Moderate or heavy rain shower
27°
22
Moderate or heavy rain shower
27°
23
Patchy rain possible
29°
24
Cloudy
30°
25
Moderate rain at times
25°
26
Patchy rain possible
28°
27
Partly cloudy
29°
28
Cloudy
28°
29
Moderate or heavy rain shower
25°
30
Moderate or heavy rain shower
28°
31
Light rain shower
30°

Temperatures trend during January in Anuradhapura

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January weather in Anuradhapura day by day

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December February
Date Weather Temperatures Rain UV More
1 Jan. Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 26° /21° 12.2 mm 6
2 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
 28° /21° 0 mm 6
3 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 28° /20° 0.3 mm 6
4 Jan. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 28° /20° 0 mm 7
5 Jan. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 28° /20° 0 mm 7
6 Jan. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 28° /18° 0 mm 7
7 Jan. Moderate rain at times
Moderate rain at times
 29° /20° 1.6 mm 6
8 Jan. Heavy rain at times
Heavy rain at times
 28° /20° 3 mm 6
9 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 29° /20° 0.9 mm 6
10 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 27° /21° 1.9 mm 6
11 Jan. Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 24° /22° 34 mm 5
12 Jan. Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 25° /22° 30.5 mm 6
13 Jan. Moderate rain at times
Moderate rain at times
 29° /21° 2.2 mm 6
14 Jan. Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 23° /22° 57.1 mm 5
15 Jan. Heavy rain at times
Heavy rain at times
 25° /22° 5.7 mm 6
16 Jan. Moderate rain at times
Moderate rain at times
 27° /22° 2.5 mm 6
17 Jan. Moderate rain at times
Moderate rain at times
 28° /20° 0.9 mm 6
18 Jan. Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 25° /21° 19.1 mm 6
19 Jan. Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 23° /21° 58.5 mm 5
20 Jan. Heavy rain at times
Heavy rain at times
 26° /21° 6.6 mm 6
21 Jan. Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 27° /21° 8.6 mm 6
22 Jan. Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 27° /21° 19.5 mm 6
23 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 29° /21° 0.6 mm 6
24 Jan. Cloudy
Cloudy
 30° /21° 0 mm 7
25 Jan. Moderate rain at times
Moderate rain at times
 25° /20° 1.9 mm 6
26 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 28° /21° 0.9 mm 6
27 Jan. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 29° /20° 0 mm 7
28 Jan. Cloudy
Cloudy
 28° /19° 0 mm 6
29 Jan. Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 25° /21° 13.2 mm 6
30 Jan. Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 28° /22° 7.6 mm 6
31 Jan. Light rain shower
Light rain shower
 30° /22° 1.1 mm 7
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Anuradhapura in January is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Anuradhapura forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Anuradhapura in January - FAQ

What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Anuradhapura during January?
During January, expect a variety of temperatures with highs around 27° and lows near 21°, suitable for diverse activities and preferences.
How much rainfall should be expected in Anuradhapura during January?
Significant rainfall exceeding 290.5 mm is expected in Anuradhapura during January, occurring over more than 24 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
What are the typical wind conditions in Anuradhapura during January?
The average wind speed in Anuradhapura during January is 15 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.

January rainfall patterns in Anuradhapura

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UV exposure in Anuradhapura during January

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