January weather forecast
Kahawatta, Sri Lanka

January

Weather in January

January, the same as December, is a moderately hot winter month in Kahawatta, Sri Lanka, with an average temperature fluctuating between 18.8°C (65.8°F) and 29.3°C (84.7°F).

Temperature

The transition into January shows a subtle variation to a still warm 29.3°C (84.7°F) from December's 28.4°C (83.1°F) in the average high-temperature. January brings Kahawatta a consistent average low-temperature of 18.8°C (65.8°F).

Heat index

In January, the average heat index is computed to be a fiery hot 36°C (96.8°F). Adopt heightened safety measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may occur. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
Heat index's context suggests values are appropriate for shady areas and slight breezes. If directly exposed to the sun, the heat index could rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', evaluates the perceived heat by adding the effect of moisture in the air. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. One must note that being under the direct sun can escalate the heat's effects, with the heat index possibly rising by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Children frequently underestimate the importance of resting and drinking fluids. Thirst is a symptom of advanced dehydration - hence the need to hydrate regularly, especially during protracted physical exercises.
To combat high temperatures, the human body perspires and relies on sweat evaporation for cooling. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. When body temperature rises due to excess heat gain beyond its removal capability, one might experience heat-related disorders.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall in Kahawatta. Rain falls for 18.9 days and accumulates 85mm (3.35") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 11h and 47min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:03. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:16 +0530.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Kahawatta is 8.3h.

UV index

January through August, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during January translates into these guidelines:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is January in Kahawatta?
The high-temperature, in January, in Kahawatta, records 29.3°C (84.7°F), while the low-temperature is 18.8°C (65.8°F). In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 36°C (96.8°F).
What is the least humid month in Kahawatta?
The months with the lowest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 80%.
What is the average humidity in January in Kahawatta?
In Kahawatta, Sri Lanka, the average relative humidity in January is 80%.
What is the driest month in Kahawatta?
January is the month with the least rainfall in Kahawatta. Rain falls for 18.9 days and accumulates 85mm (3.35") of precipitation.
How many days does it rain in January in Kahawatta?
In January, in Kahawatta, Sri Lanka, the rain falls for 18.9 days. Throughout January, 85mm (3.35") of precipitation is accumulated.
What is the average length of the day in January in Kahawatta?
The average day length in January in Kahawatta is 11h and 47min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Kahawatta?
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:03. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:16 +0530.
How long on average sun shines in January in Kahawatta?
In January, the average sunshine duration in Kahawatta, Sri Lanka, is 8.3h.
What is the month with the highest UV index in Kahawatta?
The months with the highest UV index in Kahawatta are January through August, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
What is the UV index intensity in January in Kahawatta?
In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Kahawatta is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
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Average temperature in January - Kahawatta, Sri Lanka
Average temperature in January
Kahawatta, Sri Lanka
  • Average high temperature in January: 29.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (31.1°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June and July (27.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.8°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 (18.7°C).

Average pressure in January - Kahawatta, Sri Lanka
Average pressure in January
Kahawatta, Sri Lanka
  • Average pressure in January: 1011.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1008.6mbar).

Average wind speed in January - Kahawatta, Sri Lanka
Average wind speed in January
Kahawatta, Sri Lanka
  • Average wind speed in January: 4.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (8.8km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are February and March (3.9km/h).

Average humidity in January - Kahawatta, Sri Lanka
Average humidity in January
Kahawatta, Sri Lanka
  • Average humidity in January: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (80%).

Average rainfall in January - Kahawatta, Sri Lanka
Average rainfall in January
Kahawatta, Sri Lanka
  • Average rainfall in January: 85mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (357mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (85mm).

Average rainfall days in January - Kahawatta, Sri Lanka
Average rainfall days in January
Kahawatta, Sri Lanka
  • Average rainfall days in January: 18.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (29.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (18.9 days).

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Kahawatta, Sri Lanka
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Kahawatta, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 8h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January - Kahawatta, Sri Lanka
Average sunshine days in January
Kahawatta, Sri Lanka
  • Average sunshine days in January: 9.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (9.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (0.2 days).

Average UV index in January - Kahawatta, Sri Lanka
Average UV index in January
Kahawatta, Sri Lanka
  • Average UV index in January: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are September and October (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in January - Kahawatta, Sri Lanka
Average cloud cover in January
Kahawatta, Sri Lanka
  • Average cloud cover in January: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in January - Kahawatta, Sri Lanka
Average visibility in January
Kahawatta, Sri Lanka
  • Average visibility in January: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, June, July, August and December (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May, September, October and November (7km).

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