January 17 is generally a great time to visit Ella. While there is a slight chance of rain (23%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 24°C weather. Expect a bustling atmosphere in Ella right now—this is when the city truly comes alive with visitors.
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Essential Travel Info for Ella
Currency
LKR
Rs රු Sri Lankan rupee
Language
Sinhala
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Driving
Left side
Safety
Moderate Safety
GPI: 2.02
Ella Weather Forecast for January 17
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 23.9°C. 23% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Ella in January
Based on historical data for January 17, Ella typically experiences temperatures between 17°C and 23.9°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (23% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Ella
Smart Suitcase
- T-Shirt
- Light Clothing
Average High
23.9°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
17°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
24.8°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
23%
Avg 1.2mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
65%
Light drizzle
Pressure
1013.5 hPa
Low volatility
Ella Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 94% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 160 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 240 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 400 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
21.4°C
Humid/Sticky
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Sri Lanka
Flight Traffic
High
100/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~94
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Ella
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:53
☀️ Noon
12:46
🌇 Sunset
18:39
⏱️ Daylight
11h 46m
Wind Speed
10.3 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
9.5 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
86%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Ella
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Moderate
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Stable conditions. Low risk of headaches.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Zero seismic activity detected in 30 years.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Ella on January 17 averages 23.9°C with a 23% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 97/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Ella Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Ella Worth Visiting on January 17?
Planning a trip to Ella on January 17? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 23.9°C with a 23% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 94 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 9 vaccinations are recommended for Sri Lanka, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest January 17 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 25.6°C in 2016, while the coldest dropped to 13.4°C in 2024.