January weather forecast
Kodaikanal, India

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Weather in January

Kodaikanal in January experiences mild temperatures, which is a relief from the harsh winter weather that envelopes most parts of the country. Pleasant days followed by cool nights make it ideal for sightseeing and other outdoor activities. Despite short-lived rainfall, the city remains enveloped in a homely warmth. The month does witness 5 rainfall days on average, accumulating to a total of 12mm (0.47") rainfall. Kodaikanal's weather in January is further characterized by average wind speeds of 7.1km/h (4.4mph), ensuring that tourists and locals are treated to a gentle and welcoming breeze.

Temperature

The start of January marks an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.1°C (82.6°F), hardly distinguishable from the conditions in December. Kodaikanal sees an average low-temperature of 16.3°C (61.3°F) during January.

Heat index

In January, the heat index is calculated to be a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). Continued exposure and engagement in activity might trigger tiredness and subsequently heat cramps.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. With direct sunlight, be aware that it might enhance the heat sensation, raising the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.

Humidity

In Kodaikanal, the average relative humidity in January is 71%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 5 days and accumulates 12mm (0.47") of precipitation.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Kodaikanal is 11h and 36min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 6:09 pm. On the last day of January, in Kodaikanal, India, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:23 pm IST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 9.2h.

UV index

January, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Kodaikanal. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
Enforce precautions and stick to sun safety measures. Preservation from skin and eye damage is essential. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Kodaikanal in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Kodaikanal, records 28.1°C (82.6°F), while the low-temperature is 16.3°C (61.3°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in January is calculated to be 31°C (87.8°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Kodaikanal?

In January, the average relative humidity in Kodaikanal, India, is 71%.

What is the driest month in Kodaikanal?

The month with the least rainfall in Kodaikanal, India, is January, when the rain falls for 5 days and typically collects 12mm (0.47") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Kodaikanal in January?

In Kodaikanal, during January, the rain falls for 5 days and regularly aggregates up to 12mm (0.47") of precipitation.

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

The average day length in January in Kodaikanal is 11h and 36min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Kodaikanal?

On the first day of January in Kodaikanal, India, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 6:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:23 pm IST.

How many hours of sunshine does Kodaikanal have in January?

In Kodaikanal, India, the average sunshine duration in January is 9.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Kodaikanal?

January, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Kodaikanal, India.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Kodaikanal?

In Kodaikanal, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Kodaikanal, India

Average temperature in January - Kodaikanal, India
  • Average high temperature in January: 28.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (34.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (27.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (24.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.3°C).

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Average pressure in January
Kodaikanal, India

Average pressure in January - Kodaikanal, India
  • Average pressure in January: 1012.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.8mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are May and June (1007.5mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Kodaikanal, India

Average wind speed in January - Kodaikanal, India
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (13.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (5.9km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Kodaikanal, India

Average humidity in January - Kodaikanal, India
  • Average humidity in January: 71%

The months with the highest relative humidity are November and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (55%).

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Average rainfall in January
Kodaikanal, India

Average rainfall in January - Kodaikanal, India
  • Average rainfall in January: 12mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (216mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (12mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Kodaikanal, India

Average rainfall days in January - Kodaikanal, India
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (23.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Kodaikanal, India

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Kodaikanal, India
  • Average daylight in January: 11h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Kodaikanal, India

Average sunshine days in January - Kodaikanal, India
  • Average sunshine days in January: 23.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (4.5 days).

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Average UV index in January
Kodaikanal, India

Average UV index in January - Kodaikanal, India
  • Average UV index in January: 6

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

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Average cloud cover in January
Kodaikanal, India

Average cloud cover in January - Kodaikanal, India
  • Average cloud cover in January: 22

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 15).

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Average visibility in January
Kodaikanal, India

Average visibility in January - Kodaikanal, India
  • Average visibility in January: 9km

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

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