January weather forecast
Bhubaneswar, India

January in Bhubaneswar witnesses mild winter. Temperatures in this month remain pleasantly cool throughout the day, quite different from the sweltering heat of the summer months. Rare foggy mornings don't steal much sunshine as clear days, providing 11.1 hours of daylight on an average, are the norm. Humidity isn't much of concern. With rainfall restricted, Bhubaneswar receives only 4mm (0.16") of rain in January, marking the start of the dry season.

Temperature

With the arrival of January, Bhubaneswar's average high-temperature registers at a still warm 28.7°C (83.7°F), indicating a subtle variation from the previous month. Bhubaneswar marks a considerable descent from the daytime apex, as the average temperature dips to a refreshing 15.6°C (60.1°F) at night throughout January.

Heat index

For January, the heat index is calculated to be a hot 31°C (87.8°F). With sustained exposure and activity, exhaustion becomes probable, resulting in heat cramps.
Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is a calculated temperature value of how hot it feels when the moisture in the air is factored in. This effect tends to be personal, with the weather perception differing among individuals due to variations in body mass, height, and exertion. Always consider that direct sunlight exposure might heighten the heat's effects, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Children regularly disregard the necessity to rest and replenish fluids. Thirst is a late symptom of dehydration - thus, maintaining hydration, particularly during long-lasting physical activities, is essential.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Bhubaneswar are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 60%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 0.4 days and typically collects 4mm (0.16") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Bhubaneswar is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:37 pm IST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Bhubaneswar, India, is 8.2h.