January weather forecast
Vankalai, Sri Lanka

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Vankalai, Sri Lanka, is another warm winter month, with an average temperature ranging between min 24°C (75.2°F) and max 28.4°C (83.1°F).

Temperature

Vankalai experiences its lowest average temperatures in January, reaching a peak of 28.4°C (83.1°F) and a minimum of 24°C (75.2°F).

Heat index

January's heat index is calculated to be a hot 32°C (89.6°F). Continuing activity during long-lasting exposure might induce tiredness and result in heat cramps.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. The heat index values could be amplified by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. The individual's impression of temperature can be affected by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. 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

In January, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Vankalai, during January, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 30mm (1.18") of precipitation. In Vankalai, during the entire year, the rain falls for 181.2 days and collects up to 849mm (33.43") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 11h and 40min.
On the first day of January in Vankalai, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:01. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 18:15 +0530.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 8.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Vankalai?

The coldest time of the year in Vankalai, Sri Lanka, is January, with temperatures averaging a high of 28.4°C (83.1°F) and a low of 24°C (75.2°F).

Is it hot in Vankalai during January?

In Vankalai, 28.4°C (83.1°F) is the average high-temperature and 24°C (75.2°F) is the average low-temperature during January. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in January is calculated to be 32°C (89.6°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Vankalai?

The average relative humidity in January in Vankalai is 76%.

How many days does it rain in January in Vankalai?

In Vankalai, Sri Lanka, in January, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 30mm (1.18") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in January in Vankalai?

In Vankalai, the average day length in January is 11h and 40min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Vankalai?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:01. On the last day of the month, in Vankalai, Sri Lanka, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 18:15 +0530.

How long on average sun shines in January in Vankalai?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 8.6h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Vankalai?

The months with the highest UV index are January through October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

What is the UV index reading in January in Vankalai?

In Vankalai, Sri Lanka, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in January
Vankalai, Sri Lanka

Average temperature in January - Vankalai, Sri Lanka
  • Average high temperature in January: 28.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (31.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 24°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (28.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (23.9°C).

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Average pressure in January
Vankalai, Sri Lanka

Average pressure in January - Vankalai, Sri Lanka
  • Average pressure in January: 1012.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1006.5mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Vankalai, Sri Lanka

Average wind speed in January - Vankalai, Sri Lanka
  • Average wind speed in January: 20.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (32.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (15.4km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Vankalai, Sri Lanka

Average humidity in January - Vankalai, Sri Lanka
  • Average humidity in January: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are November and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (75%).

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Average rainfall in January
Vankalai, Sri Lanka

Average rainfall in January - Vankalai, Sri Lanka
  • Average rainfall in January: 30mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (207mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (28mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Vankalai, Sri Lanka

Average rainfall days in January - Vankalai, Sri Lanka
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are October and November (23.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.1 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Vankalai, Sri Lanka

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Vankalai, Sri Lanka
  • Average daylight in January: 11h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are November and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Vankalai, Sri Lanka

Average sunshine days in January - Vankalai, Sri Lanka
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (4.4 days).

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Average UV index in January
Vankalai, Sri Lanka

Average UV index in January - Vankalai, Sri Lanka
  • Average UV index in January: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is November (UV index 6).

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Average cloud cover in January
Vankalai, Sri Lanka

Average cloud cover in January - Vankalai, Sri Lanka
  • Average cloud cover in January: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 18).

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Average visibility in January
Vankalai, Sri Lanka

Average visibility in January - Vankalai, Sri Lanka
  • Average visibility in January: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is November (9km).

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