January weather forecastVazhakulam, India

January

Weather in January

January, like December, is another hot winter month in Vazhakulam, India, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.8°C (87.4°F) and min 22.9°C (73.2°F).

Temperature

The transition from December to January sees an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.8°C (87.4°F), indicating a minor variance from the prior month. During January, Vazhakulam sees a mean low-temperature of 22.9°C (73.2°F).

Heat index

January's average heat index is computed to be a very hot 37°C (98.6°F). Take extra precautions, as heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Sustained activity may result in heatstroke.
Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
Evaporating sweat, an outcome of perspiration, is key in assisting the human body to moderate its temperature. With an abundance of moisture present in the air, the process of evaporation becomes less effective, and the body fails to cool down as it should, leading to the sensation of overheating. Should the body fail to balance its heat gain, the escalating temperature poses health challenges.

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 70%, are the least humid months in Vazhakulam, India.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 6.7 days and accumulates 10mm (0.39") of precipitation.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 11h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:13 pm. On the last day of January, in Vazhakulam, India, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:27 pm IST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 9.8h.

UV index

January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests these recommendations:
Persist in precautions and follow sun safety policies. Keeping sunburn at bay is imperative. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in January, in Vazhakulam, is 30.8°C (87.4°F), while the low-temperature averages to 22.9°C (73.2°F). In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 37°C (98.6°F).

The months with the lowest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

In January, the average relative humidity in Vazhakulam, India, is 70%.

January is the month with the least rainfall in Vazhakulam. Rain falls for 6.7 days and accumulates 10mm (0.39") of precipitation.

In January, in Vazhakulam, the rain falls for 6.7 days. Throughout January, 10mm (0.39") of precipitation is accumulated.

In Vazhakulam, India, the average day length in January is 11h and 37min.

On the first day of January in Vazhakulam, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:27 pm IST.

The average sunshine duration in January in Vazhakulam, India, is 9.8h.

January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Vazhakulam is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Vazhakulam, India

  • Average high temperature in January: 30.8°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are March and April (32.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (28.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 22.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (26.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.9°C).

Average pressure in January
Vazhakulam, India

  • Average pressure in January: 1012.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1008.2mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Vazhakulam, India

  • Average wind speed in January: 8.4km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are July and August (10.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (7.7km/h).

Average humidity in January
Vazhakulam, India

  • Average humidity in January: 70%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (70%).

Average rainfall in January
Vazhakulam, India

  • Average rainfall in January: 10mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (453mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (10mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Vazhakulam, India

  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (30.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.7 days).

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

  • Average daylight in January: 11h and 36min

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 9h and 48min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Vazhakulam, India

  • Average sunshine days in January: 22.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and July (0.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Vazhakulam, India

  • Average UV index in January: 7

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

Average cloud cover in January
Vazhakulam, India

  • Average cloud cover in January: 16

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in January
Vazhakulam, India

  • Average visibility in January: 10km

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