January weather forecast
Akkaragoda, Sri Lanka

January is a tropical winter month in Akkaragoda, Sri Lanka, with an average temperature varying between 30.3°C (86.5°F) and 23.4°C (74.1°F).

Temperature

Akkaragoda notes an average high-temperature of a tropical 30.3°C (86.5°F) in January, hardly diverging from December. In January, the temperature in Akkaragoda drops to an average of 23.4°C (74.1°F) at night.

Heat index

January's heat index is calculated to be a torrid 37°C (98.6°F). Exercise extra preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible. Continuous activity could result in heatstroke.
When referencing the heat index, its values are suitable for shady environments and light breezes. Exposing to direct sunshine may enhance heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. The influence of weather is personal, differing among individuals based on variations in body mass, stature, and the degree of physical exertion. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. When the relative humidity is high, the evaporation rate is reduced. The warmth is removed from the body at a lower rate, causing the body to retain more heat than it would in dry air. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the least humid months in Akkaragoda.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall in Akkaragoda. Rain falls for 8.9 days and accumulates 25mm (0.98") of precipitation.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Akkaragoda is 11h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:05. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:18 +0530.

Sunshine

January has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 9.2h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Akkaragoda, Sri Lanka, are January through April, July, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests this advice:
Follow precautions and abide by sun safety rules. Deterrence of sunburn is imperative. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.