Sri LankaAverage weather for Bentota in January
It's hot in January in Bentota with an average temperature of 32°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 31°C to a high of 33°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 22°C and 24°C.
Start of January
The month of January starts in Bentota with hot temps, averaging around 32°C during the day and nights around 24°C. There are plenty of days with a good chance of precipitation. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps stay steady at around 32°C, with nights around 24°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Bentota is around 33°C, while nighttime temps are about 24°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Bentota is 30°C this month. It’s really warm, perfect for a swim.
In January, there is an average of 131 mm of precipitation, spread over 10 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Bentota in January |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
32°C | 5°C | |
 Max. temperature |
33°C | 11°C | |
| Min. temperature |
31°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
131 mm | 97 mm | |
| Rainy days |
10 days | 12 days | |
December
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is January a good time to visit Bentota?
Looking for sun? January isn’t a good month to be in Bentota. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Temperature records
With 37°C in 2016, Bentota reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 27°C in 2017. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 7°C to a highest value of 26°C.
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Daily Temperature in January in Bentota
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in January for Bentota, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in January in Bentota
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Bentota, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for January, you can expect about 10 days of precipitation in Bentota.
Daily UV index in January in Bentota
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Bentota, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in January in Bentota over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Bentota, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in January in Bentota over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Bentota, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in January for Bentota
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Average weather in Bentota by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Bentota. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
