January weather forecast
Hedeniya, Sri Lanka

January

Weather in January

January, like December, in Hedeniya, Sri Lanka, is another warm winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 18.2°C (64.8°F) and 28.3°C (82.9°F).

Temperature

The arrival of January brings an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.3°C (82.9°F), nearly identical to December's 27.5°C (81.5°F). During January, Hedeniya experiences an average low-temperature of 18.2°C (64.8°F) at night.

Heat index

In January, the average heat index is computed to be a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Exercise extra preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible. Continuous activity could result in heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. The effect of weather is individual, with a variety of people experiencing it differently due to distinctions in body mass, height, and level of activity. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Hedeniya 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 Hedeniya, the average length of the day in January is 11h and 45min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:02. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:15 +0530.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 8.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during January translates into these guidelines:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.

Frequently asked questions

Is it hot during January?
In Hedeniya, in January, the average high-temperature is 28.3°C (82.9°F), and the average low-temperature is 18.2°C (64.8°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in January is computed to be 33°C (91.4°F).
What is the average humidity in January?
In Hedeniya, the average relative humidity in January is 80%.
What is the driest month?
The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 14.1 days and typically collects 38mm (1.5") of precipitation.
How many days does it rain in January?
In Hedeniya, during January, the rain falls for 14.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 38mm (1.5") of precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Hedeniya have in January?
In January, the average day length is 11h and 45min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Hedeniya?
In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:02. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:15 +0530.
How long on average sun shines in January in Hedeniya?
The average sunshine duration in January is 8.5h.
When is the highest UV index?
January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.
How high is the UV index in January?
The average daily maximum UV index in January is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January - Hedeniya, Sri Lanka
Average temperature in January
Hedeniya, 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 - Hedeniya, Sri Lanka
Average pressure in January
Hedeniya, 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 - Hedeniya, Sri Lanka
Average wind speed in January
Hedeniya, 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 - Hedeniya, Sri Lanka
Average humidity in January
Hedeniya, 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 - Hedeniya, Sri Lanka
Average rainfall in January
Hedeniya, 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 - Hedeniya, Sri Lanka
Average rainfall days in January
Hedeniya, 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 - Hedeniya, Sri Lanka
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Hedeniya, 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 - Hedeniya, Sri Lanka
Average sunshine days in January
Hedeniya, 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 - Hedeniya, Sri Lanka
Average UV index in January
Hedeniya, 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 - Hedeniya, Sri Lanka
Average cloud cover in January
Hedeniya, 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 - Hedeniya, Sri Lanka
Average visibility in January
Hedeniya, 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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