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
Buwelikada starts January with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.3°C (82.9°F), a minor shift from December's 27.5°C (81.5°F). January sees the temperature falling to a mean low of 18.2°C (64.8°F).Heat index
January's heat index is estimated at a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Undertake special precautions, the probability of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Prolonged activity may provoke heatstroke.From a standpoint of the heat index, values pertain to shaded conditions and mild breezes. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual's weather perception. In the direct sunlight, the weather's impact can be amplified, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important 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
The average relative humidity in January in Buwelikada, Sri Lanka, 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 Buwelikada, the average length of the day in January is 11h and 45min.On the first day of January in Buwelikada, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:01. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:15 +0530.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in January is 8.5h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Buwelikada are January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in January
Buwelikada, 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
Buwelikada, 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
Buwelikada, 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
Buwelikada, 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
Buwelikada, 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
Buwelikada, 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
Buwelikada, 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
Buwelikada, 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
Buwelikada, 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
Buwelikada, 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
Buwelikada, 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).
