January weather forecast
Puducherry, India

January, like December, in Puducherry, India, is a moderately hot winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 28°C (82.4°F) and min 20°C (68°F).
An excellent water temperature of 26.8°C (80.2°F) and only 1 rainfall days, with 29mm (1.14") of accumulated rainfall, makes January a prime for swimming and other water activities.

Temperature

January and December are the coldest months, with an average high-temperature of 28°C (82.4°F).

Rainfall

In Puducherry, in January, it is raining for 1 days, with typically 29mm (1.14") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 47 rainfall days, and 1240mm (48.82") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

January is the month with the coldest seawater, with an average sea temperature of 26.8°C (80.2°F).
Note: Temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are excellent for swimming, diving, and other water activities, providing comfort and enjoyment for extended periods without discomfort.

Daylight

In Puducherry, the average length of the day in January is 11h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:57 pm. On the last day of January, in Puducherry, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 6:12 pm IST.

Sunshine

In Puducherry, the average sunshine in January is 8h.

UV index

In Puducherry, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 10. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 10 in January leads to these guidelines:
Immediate precautions are necessary; otherwise, skin and eyes might get damaged quickly. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Despite the cloud cover, sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30 should be generously applied and reapplied, particularly after a swim or an outdoor workout. Heads up! UV intensity is amplified by reflections from water and sand.