January weather forecast
Devinuwara, Sri Lanka

January

Weather in January

January is a hot winter month in Devinuwara, Sri Lanka, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23°C (73.4°F) and 30.2°C (86.4°F).

Temperature

January brings a marginal elevation to a hot 30.2°C (86.4°F) from December's 29.9°C (85.8°F) in Devinuwara's average high-temperatures. During January, the average low-temperature is a moderately hot 23°C (73.4°F).

Heat index

For January, the heat index is appraised at a fiery hot 37°C (98.6°F). Adopt extra preventive measures, the occurrence of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is likely. Heatstroke may follow extended activity.
It is worth noting that heat index values are gauged for conditions in the shade and light breezes. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Children often overlook the necessity for resting and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - thus, it is critical to stay hydrated, especially during extended periods of physical activities.
When faced with excessive heat, the human body begins to perspire, utilizing the cooling benefits of sweat evaporation. Elevated relative humidity diminishes evaporation, thereby reducing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a feeling of being too warm. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 12.3 days and accumulates 22mm (0.87") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 11h and 49min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:04. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:17 +0530.

Sunshine

In Devinuwara, the average sunshine in January is 8.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index in Devinuwara are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in January translates into this advice:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. 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.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in January?
In January, in Devinuwara, the average high-temperature is 30.2°C (86.4°F), and the average low-temperature is 23°C (73.4°F). In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 37°C (98.6°F).
What are the least humid months?
January and February, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the least humid months.
What is the average humidity in January?
In January, the average relative humidity is 77%.
What is the driest month?
The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 12.3 days and typically collects 22mm (0.87") of precipitation.
How many days does it rain in January?
In Devinuwara, in January, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 22mm (0.87") of accumulated precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in January?
In Devinuwara, the average day length in January is 11h and 49min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in January?
In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:04. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:17 +0530.
How many hours of sunshine does Devinuwara have in January?
In January, the average sunshine duration is 8.9h.
When is the highest UV index?
January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.
When is the lowest UV index in Devinuwara?
The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
What is the UV index intensity in January?
In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January - Devinuwara, Sri Lanka
Average temperature in January
Devinuwara, Sri Lanka
  • Average high temperature in January: 30.2°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are March and April (31.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is September (29.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 23°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (26.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23°C).

Average pressure in January - Devinuwara, Sri Lanka
Average pressure in January
Devinuwara, Sri Lanka
  • Average pressure in January: 1011.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1008.9mbar).

Average wind speed in January - Devinuwara, Sri Lanka
Average wind speed in January
Devinuwara, Sri Lanka
  • Average wind speed in January: 9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (18.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (9km/h).

Average humidity in January - Devinuwara, Sri Lanka
Average humidity in January
Devinuwara, Sri Lanka
  • Average humidity in January: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and November (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (77%).

Average rainfall in January - Devinuwara, Sri Lanka
Average rainfall in January
Devinuwara, Sri Lanka
  • Average rainfall in January: 22mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (66mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (22mm).

Average rainfall days in January - Devinuwara, Sri Lanka
Average rainfall days in January
Devinuwara, Sri Lanka
  • Average rainfall days in January: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (10.7 days).

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Devinuwara, Sri Lanka
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Devinuwara, 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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January - Devinuwara, Sri Lanka
Average sunshine days in January
Devinuwara, Sri Lanka
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (7.8 days).

Average UV index in January - Devinuwara, Sri Lanka
Average UV index in January
Devinuwara, Sri Lanka
  • Average UV index in January: 7

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

Average cloud cover in January - Devinuwara, Sri Lanka
Average cloud cover in January
Devinuwara, Sri Lanka
  • Average cloud cover in January: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 26).

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

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

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