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Colombo in January

Find out everything about the water temperature in Colombo in January. Average, minimum and maximum recorded temperatures as well as daily temperature in January for the last two years. Compare the current month's sea temperature data with other months of the year.
Water temperature in January
Minimum:

80.8 °F

Average:

82.5 °F

Maximum:

84.5 °F

Sea water temperature in Colombo in January

In the city of Colombo, the month of January is a great time for swimming. The minimum recorded temperature during this month was 80.8°F on January 25, 2019, with an average temperature being 82.5°F and a maximum temperature reaching 84.5°F on January 19, 2022.

The watter temperature range during this month provides a satisfying and enjoyable experience in the water. In January, the sea temperature remains relatively stable. The average temperature stays close to 82.5°F throughout the month, with minimal changes.
Date 10 years average 2024 2023
Jan 1 82.7°F 83.2°F 81.9°F
Jan 2 82.8°F 83.2°F 81.3°F
Jan 3 82.8°F 83.8°F 81.6°F
Jan 4 82.8°F 83.9°F 81.9°F
Jan 5 82.9°F 84.1°F 82.0°F
Jan 6 82.8°F 83.6°F 82.3°F
Jan 7 82.9°F 83.6°F 82.7°F
Jan 8 82.7°F 83.8°F 82.3°F
Jan 9 82.7°F 83.6°F 82.3°F
Jan 10 82.7°F 83.4°F 82.4°F
Jan 11 82.6°F 83.3°F 82.0°F
Jan 12 82.5°F 83.3°F 81.7°F
Jan 13 82.5°F 83.4°F 81.4°F
Jan 14 82.5°F 83.3°F 81.3°F
Jan 15 82.4°F 83.0°F 81.2°F
Jan 16 82.3°F 82.8°F 81.2°F
Jan 17 82.3°F 82.8°F 81.3°F
Jan 18 82.4°F 82.9°F 82.1°F
Jan 19 82.5°F 82.8°F 82.3°F
Jan 20 82.4°F 82.8°F 82.0°F
Jan 21 82.4°F 82.8°F 82.0°F
Jan 22 82.5°F 84.0°F 82.3°F
Jan 23 82.5°F 84.1°F 82.4°F
Jan 24 82.3°F 84.0°F 82.3°F
Jan 25 82.3°F 83.7°F 82.1°F
Jan 26 82.4°F 83.7°F 81.9°F
Jan 27 82.5°F 83.6°F 81.8°F
Jan 28 82.6°F 83.6°F 82.1°F
Jan 29 82.5°F 83.6°F 82.1°F
Jan 30 82.5°F 83.2°F 81.7°F
Jan 31 82.5°F 83.5°F 81.7°F

Sea water temperature in Colombo by month

In Colombo, the water temperature is comfortable for swimming all year round. The warmest water in Colombo was recorded on April 10, 2024, reaching a 88.8°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on August 27, 2018, dipping to 78.9°F. The average readings by season are 83.0°F in Winter, 85.6°F in Spring, 82.7°F in Summer, and 83.4°F in Autumn. January's temperature is a dip compared to warmer December at 83.4°F and February at 83.1°F.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
Panadura 83.8°F 16mi
Galle 84.0°F 66mi
Weligama 83.8°F 77mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Colombo