January weather forecast
Haragama, Sri Lanka

January

Weather in January

January, like December, in Haragama, Sri Lanka, is a moderately hot winter month, with an average temperature varying between 18.2°C (64.8°F) and 28.3°C (82.9°F).

Temperature

Haragama experiences an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.3°C (82.9°F) in January, subtly different from December's 27.5°C (81.5°F). During January nights, Haragama witnesses a consistent average temperature of 18.2°C (64.8°F).

Heat index

For most parts of January, the heat index is estimated at a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Adopt additional preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential outcomes. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is the result of factoring in humidity to the air temperature, indicating perceived warmth. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January 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 January, the average length of the day is 11h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:01. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:14 +0530.

Sunshine

In Haragama, the average sunshine in January is 8.5h.

UV index

January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 6 in January suggests the following recommendations:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Haragama in January?
The high-temperature in Haragama, Sri Lanka, during January is 28.3°C (82.9°F) and the low-temperature is 18.2°C (64.8°F). In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 33°C (91.4°F).
What is the average humidity in January in Haragama?
In Haragama, the average relative humidity in January is 80%.
What is the driest month in Haragama?
January is the month with the least rainfall in Haragama, Sri Lanka. Rain falls for 14.1 days and accumulates 38mm (1.5") of precipitation.
How many days does it rain in January in Haragama?
In Haragama, in January, during 14.1 rainfall days, 38mm (1.5") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
What is the average length of the day in January in Haragama?
The average day length in January in Haragama is 11h and 46min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Haragama?
In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:01. On the last day of the month, in Haragama, Sri Lanka, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:14 +0530.
How many hours of sunshine does Haragama have in January?
In January, the average sunshine duration in Haragama is 8.5h.
What is the month with the highest UV index in Haragama?
January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Haragama, Sri Lanka.
What is the UV index reading in January in Haragama?
The average daily maximum UV index in January in Haragama, Sri Lanka, is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
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Average temperature in January - Haragama, Sri Lanka
Average temperature in January
Haragama, 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 - Haragama, Sri Lanka
Average pressure in January
Haragama, 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 - Haragama, Sri Lanka
Average wind speed in January
Haragama, 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 - Haragama, Sri Lanka
Average humidity in January
Haragama, 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 - Haragama, Sri Lanka
Average rainfall in January
Haragama, 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 - Haragama, Sri Lanka
Average rainfall days in January
Haragama, 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 - Haragama, Sri Lanka
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Haragama, 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 - Haragama, Sri Lanka
Average sunshine days in January
Haragama, 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 - Haragama, Sri Lanka
Average UV index in January
Haragama, 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 - Haragama, Sri Lanka
Average cloud cover in January
Haragama, 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 - Haragama, Sri Lanka
Average visibility in January
Haragama, 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).

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