Contents
- Weather in January
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in January
- Average pressure in January
- Average wind speed in January
- Average humidity in January
- Average rainfall in January
- Average rainfall days in January
- Average daylight in January
- Average sunshine in January
- Average sunshine days in January
- Average UV index in January
- Average cloud cover in January
- Average visibility in January
January
Weather in January
Temperature
January's beginning signals an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.3°C (82.9°F), barely different from December's 27.5°C (81.5°F). During the month of January, the temperature in Bowala falls to an average of 18.2°C (64.8°F).Heat index
January's average heat index is appraised at a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Incorporate special precautions, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is substantial. Sustained activity could cause heatstroke.Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. Exposure to the direct sun might augment heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Kids frequently ignore the importance of taking a break and rehydrating. Thirst is a late symptom of dehydration - thus, it is crucial to stay hydrated, especially during long-lasting physical activities.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in January is 80%.Rainfall
January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 14.1 days and accumulates 38mm (1.5") of precipitation.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day is 11h and 45min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:02. On the last day of January, in Bowala, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:15 +0530.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in January is 8.5h.UV index
January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: An average UV index of 6 in January transforms into this advice:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is it in Bowala in January?
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Average temperature in January
Bowala, Sri Lanka
- Average high temperature in January: 28.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (31.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (27.5°C).
- Average low temperature in January: 18.2°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are May and June (21.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (18.1°C).
Average pressure in January
Bowala, Sri Lanka
- Average pressure in January: 1011.8mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1008.1mbar).
Average wind speed in January
Bowala, Sri Lanka
- Average wind speed in January: 7.7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (13.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (4.7km/h).
Average humidity in January
Bowala, Sri Lanka
- Average humidity in January: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (74%).
Average rainfall in January
Bowala, Sri Lanka
- Average rainfall in January: 38mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (301mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (38mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Bowala, Sri Lanka
- Average rainfall days in January: 14.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (28.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (14.1 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Bowala, Sri Lanka
- Average daylight in January: 11h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in January: 8h and 3min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in January
Bowala, Sri Lanka
- Average sunshine days in January: 14.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (1.2 days).
Average UV index in January
Bowala, Sri Lanka
- Average UV index in January: 6
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, November and December (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is October (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in January
Bowala, Sri Lanka
- Average cloud cover in January: 34
The months with the most cloud cover are November and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in January
Bowala, Sri Lanka
- Average visibility in January: 8km
The months with the highest visibility are June, July and August (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (8km).
