January weather forecast
Dampe, Sri Lanka

January is a hot winter month in Dampe, Sri Lanka, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.3°C (86.5°F) and min 23.4°C (74.1°F).

Temperature

The average high-temperature during January is a hot 30.3°C (86.5°F), almost matching the conditions of the preceding month. Throughout January, the average low-temperature dips to a moderately hot 23.4°C (74.1°F).

Heat index

The heat index for January is computed to be a fiery hot 37°C (98.6°F). Implement heightened safety measures - risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is increased. Prolonged activity may result in heatstroke.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', reflects the blend of air temperature and relative humidity to give a temperature impression. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Children often miss understanding the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst usually appears late during dehydration - therefore, maintaining hydration, particularly during long physical activities, is essential.
The natural cooling mechanism in humans involves perspiration, where the evaporation of sweat balances out excessive warmth. In situations of high air temperature combined with high humidity (significant heat index), the body's ability to perspire is reduced, heightening the sense of warmth. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 8.9 days and typically collects 25mm (0.98") of precipitation.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 11h and 47min.
On the first day of January in Dampe, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:05. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:18 +0530.

Sunshine

With an average of 9.2h of sunshine, January has the most sunshine of the year in Dampe.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through April, July, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in January interprets into the following advice:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. 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. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.