January weather forecastPunalur, India

January

Weather in January

January, like December, is another tropical winter month in Punalur, India, with an average temperature varying between 31.8°C (89.2°F) and 20.3°C (68.5°F).

Temperature

With January's advent, Punalur sees an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.8°C (89.2°F), subtly shifted from December's 30.4°C (86.7°F). The month of January records an average low-temperature of 20.3°C (68.5°F).

Heat index

January's heat index is appraised at a fiery hot 39°C (102.2°F). Incorporate additional preventive steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible. Long-lasting activity may cause heatstroke.
It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Youngsters typically face more danger than adults since they sweat less. Their larger skin surface compared to their small bodies and heightened heat production from their activities augment their vulnerability.
When faced with excessive heat, the human body begins to perspire, utilizing the cooling benefits of sweat evaporation. Elevated relative humidity diminishes evaporation, thereby reducing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a feeling of being too warm. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Punalur is 67%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall in Punalur. Rain falls for 4.7 days and accumulates 8mm (0.31") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 11h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 6:13 pm. On the last day of January, in Punalur, India, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:27 pm IST.

Sunshine

In Punalur, the average sunshine in January is 9.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through April, July, September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 7 in January leads to these recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.

Frequently asked questions

In Punalur, 31.8°C (89.2°F) is the average high-temperature and 20.3°C (68.5°F) is the average low-temperature during January. In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 39°C (102.2°F).

In Punalur, the average relative humidity in January is 67%.

The month with the least rainfall in Punalur is January, when the rain falls for 4.7 days and typically collects 8mm (0.31") of precipitation.

In Punalur, India, in January, during 4.7 rainfall days, 8mm (0.31") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

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

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 6:13 pm. On the last day of the month, in Punalur, India, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:27 pm IST.

In Punalur, the average sunshine duration in January is 9.5h.

The months with the highest UV index are January through April, July, September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

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

  • Average high temperature in January: 31.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (34.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (29.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 20.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (24.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°C).

Average pressure in January
Punalur, India

  • Average pressure in January: 1012mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1007.9mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Punalur, India

  • Average wind speed in January: 9.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (12.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (6.6km/h).

Average humidity in January
Punalur, India

  • Average humidity in January: 67%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (64%).

Average rainfall in January
Punalur, India

  • Average rainfall in January: 8mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (164mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (8mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Punalur, India

  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (26.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.7 days).

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

  • Average daylight in January: 11h and 42min

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: 9h and 30min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Punalur, India

  • Average sunshine days in January: 23.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (1.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Punalur, India

  • Average UV index in January: 7

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

Average cloud cover in January
Punalur, India

  • Average cloud cover in January: 16

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in January
Punalur, India

  • Average visibility in January: 10km

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