January weather forecast
Danowita, Sri Lanka

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Weather in January

January is a hot winter month in Danowita, Sri Lanka, with an average temperature ranging between min 22.8°C (73°F) and max 30.8°C (87.4°F).

Temperature

January's advent presents an average high-temperature of a tropical 30.8°C (87.4°F), indicating a slight variation from the conditions of the previous month. During January, the average low-temperature in Danowita is an agreeable 22.8°C (73°F).

Heat index

January's heat index is evaluated at a torrid 38°C (100.4°F). Ensure extra safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. Always consider that direct sunlight exposure might heighten the heat's effects, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
When temperatures rise, the human body turns to perspiration, using the cooling power of evaporating sweat. When relative humidity is heightened, it slows the rate of evaporation, thereby decreasing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a sensation of overheating. Accumulating heat beyond the body's cooling measures leads to rising temperatures and potential ailments.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Danowita, Sri Lanka, is January, when the rain falls for 9.7 days and typically collects 29mm (1.14") of precipitation.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 11h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:03. On the last day of January, in Danowita, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:17 +0530.

Sunshine

January through April, with an average of 9.2h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Danowita, Sri Lanka.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Danowita 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 risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the UV index of 7 transforms into the following advice:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Danowita in January?

During January, Danowita experiences an average high-temperature of 30.8°C (87.4°F) and a low-temperature of 22.8°C (73°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in January is evaluated at 38°C (100.4°F).

What is the least humid month in Danowita?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 73%, are the least humid months in Danowita.

What is the average humidity in January in Danowita?

In January, the average relative humidity in Danowita is 73%.

What is the driest month in Danowita?

January is the month with the least rainfall in Danowita, Sri Lanka. Rain falls for 9.7 days and accumulates 29mm (1.14") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Danowita in January?

In Danowita, Sri Lanka, in January, during 9.7 rainfall days, 29mm (1.14") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Danowita?

The average day length in January is 11h and 46min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Danowita?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:03. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:17 +0530.

What is the month with the most sunshine in Danowita?

The months with the most sunshine in Danowita are January through April, with an average of 9.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Danowita?

In Danowita, Sri Lanka, the average sunshine duration in January is 9.2h.

When is the highest UV index in Danowita?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Danowita?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Danowita is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in January
Danowita, Sri Lanka

Average temperature in January - Danowita, Sri Lanka
  • Average high temperature in January: 30.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (32.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (29.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 22.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (26.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.8°C).

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Average pressure in January
Danowita, Sri Lanka

Average pressure in January - Danowita, Sri Lanka
  • Average pressure in January: 1011.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.7mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are May and June (1008.4mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Danowita, Sri Lanka

Average wind speed in January - Danowita, Sri Lanka
  • Average wind speed in January: 16.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (18.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (9.1km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Danowita, Sri Lanka

Average humidity in January - Danowita, Sri Lanka
  • Average humidity in January: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July and August (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (73%).

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Average rainfall in January
Danowita, Sri Lanka

Average rainfall in January - Danowita, Sri Lanka
  • Average rainfall in January: 29mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (231mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (29mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Danowita, Sri Lanka

Average rainfall days in January - Danowita, Sri Lanka
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (28.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.7 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Danowita, Sri Lanka

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Danowita, 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: 9h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are January, February, March and April (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Danowita, Sri Lanka

Average sunshine days in January - Danowita, Sri Lanka
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (1.2 days).

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Average UV index in January
Danowita, Sri Lanka

Average UV index in January - Danowita, Sri Lanka
  • 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).

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Average cloud cover in January
Danowita, Sri Lanka

Average cloud cover in January - Danowita, Sri Lanka
  • Average cloud cover in January: 21

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 21).

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Average visibility in January
Danowita, Sri Lanka

Average visibility in January - Danowita, Sri Lanka
  • Average visibility in January: 10km

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

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