January weather forecast
Alawatugoda, Sri Lanka

January, like December, in Alawatugoda, Sri Lanka, is a moderately hot winter month, with an average temperature varying between 19°C (66.2°F) and 29.3°C (84.7°F).

Temperature

Alawatugoda marks the onset of January with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.3°C (84.7°F), subtly divergent from December's 28.6°C (83.5°F). Alawatugoda's nighttime temperature in January drops to an average of 19°C (66.2°F).

Heat index

January's average heat index is calculated to be a fiery hot 35°C (95°F). Ensure extra safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
When assessing, remember that heat index measurements are for light winds and shaded spots. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. An elevated level of relative humidity hinders evaporation, leading to decreased heat elimination from the body, inducing a sensation of excess heat. Rising body temperatures resulting from an imbalance in heat absorption can lead to potential thermal issues.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Alawatugoda, in January, it is raining for 14 days, with typically 34mm (1.34") of accumulated precipitation. In Alawatugoda, Sri Lanka, during the entire year, the rain falls for 217.7 days and collects up to 1165mm (45.87") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Alawatugoda is 11h and 45min.
On the first day of January in Alawatugoda, Sri Lanka, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:01. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:15 +0530.

Sunshine

In Alawatugoda, the average sunshine in January is 8.4h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during January translates into these guidelines:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.