January weather forecast
Kandegedara, Sri Lanka

January

Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another warm winter month in Kandegedara, Sri Lanka, with temperature in the range of an average low of 18.2°C (64.8°F) and an average high of 28.3°C (82.9°F).

Temperature

The shift into January uncovers an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.3°C (82.9°F), subtly different from the previous month. During the month of January, Kandegedara experiences a steady low-temperature average of 18.2°C (64.8°F).

Heat index

For most parts of January, the heat index is calculated to be a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Incorporate additional safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Long-term activity may induce heatstroke.
Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. Exposure to the direct sun could elevate the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
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. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. With direct sunlight, be aware that it might enhance the heat sensation, raising the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Youngsters frequently overlook the need for breaks and fluid intake. Thirst is an advanced sign of dehydration - thereby highlighting the importance of keeping hydrated, particularly during long physical activities.

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

The average length of the day in January is 11h and 45min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:03. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:16 +0530.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January 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 reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In January, the UV index of 6 transforms into the following advice:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is January?
The high-temperature, in January, in Kandegedara, records 28.3°C (82.9°F), while the low-temperature is 18.2°C (64.8°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in January is calculated to be 33°C (91.4°F).
What is the average humidity in January?
In January, the average relative humidity is 80%.
What is the driest month?
January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 14.1 days and accumulates 38mm (1.5") of precipitation.
How much does it rain in Kandegedara in January?
In Kandegedara, in January, during 14.1 rainfall days, 38mm (1.5") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Kandegedara have in January?
In January, the average day length is 11h and 45min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in January?
In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:03. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:16 +0530.
How long on average sun shines in January?
The average sunshine duration in January is 8.5h.
What is the month with 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.
What is the UV index intensity in January?
In January, the average daily maximum UV index 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
Kandegedara, 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
Kandegedara, 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
Kandegedara, 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
Kandegedara, 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
Kandegedara, 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
Kandegedara, 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
Kandegedara, 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
Kandegedara, 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
Kandegedara, 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
Kandegedara, 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
Kandegedara, 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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