Galle in January
7.5out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Warm and comfortable: highs around 28°C. Frequent rain: about 12 rainy days.
28°CAvg high
25°CAvg low
12Rainy days (63 mm)
11:41 hDaylight
06:28Sunrise · 18:09 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 28°C
- Frequent rain: about 12 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±4.4 days)
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in January varies a lot between years (±4.4 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°C | 25°C | 63 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.5 |
| February | 28°C | 25°C | 51 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.7 |
| March | 29°C | 26°C | 65 mm | 14 | – | – | 7.2 |
| April | 29°C | 26°C | 148 mm | 23 | – | – | 6.1 |
| May | 28°C | 26°C | 281 mm | 29 | – | – | 6.1 |
| June | 28°C | 26°C | 242 mm | 28 | – | – | 6.1 |
| July | 28°C | 26°C | 214 mm | 28 | – | – | 6.1 |
| August | 27°C | 26°C | 207 mm | 27 | – | – | 6.1 |
| September | 27°C | 25°C | 239 mm | 26 | – | – | 6.1 |
| October | 28°C | 25°C | 264 mm | 27 | – | – | 6.1 |
| November | 28°C | 25°C | 249 mm | 23 | – | – | 6.1 |
| December | 28°C | 25°C | 147 mm | 19 | – | – | 6.3 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Galle in January?
Daytime highs average 28°C and nights about 25°C.
When is the best time to visit Galle?
The best months are February, January, March.