January weather forecast
Gintota, Sri Lanka

January, like December, in Gintota, Sri Lanka, is another warm winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 29.2°C (84.6°F) and min 24°C (75.2°F).

Temperature

Gintota's entry into January measures an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.2°C (84.6°F), closely parallel to the preceding month. Throughout January, the temperature in Gintota, Sri Lanka, tends to fall to a consistent average low of 24°C (75.2°F).

Heat index

For most parts of January, the heat index is calculated to be a very hot 35°C (95°F). Implement additional preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Heatstroke could follow prolonged activity.
The metrics for the heat index are tailored for both shady environments and light winds. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Children regularly disregard the necessity to rest and replenish fluids. Thirst is a late symptom of dehydration - thus, maintaining hydration, particularly during long-lasting physical activities, is essential.
The body's self-cooling mechanism is rooted in perspiration, where evaporating sweat cools down excessive warmth. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Gintota, Sri Lanka, is January, when the rain falls for 14.8 days and typically collects 38mm (1.5") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Gintota, Sri Lanka, the average length of the day in January is 11h and 49min.
On the first day of January in Gintota, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:05. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:18 +0530.

Sunshine

In Gintota, Sri Lanka, the average sunshine in January is 9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Gintota are January through April, June through August, October 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 7 in January suggests the following recommendations:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.