January weather forecast
Koggala, Sri Lanka

January

Weather in January

January, like December, in Koggala, Sri Lanka, is another warm winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.1°C (75.4°F) and 29.1°C (84.4°F).

Temperature

January's average high-temperature stands at a still warm 29.1°C (84.4°F), showing little deviation from December's 29°C (84.2°F). Koggala registers an average low-temperature of 24.1°C (75.4°F) throughout January, a modest decrease from its daytime highs.

Heat index

January's heat index is appraised at a hot 34°C (93.2°F). Implement additional safety measures to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity might trigger heatstroke.
Remember that heat index calculations are made for conditions in the shade with light wind. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Juveniles often do not understand the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a delayed symptom of dehydration - hence, it is vital to maintain hydration, particularly during ongoing physical activities.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Koggala, Sri Lanka, are January through March, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 15.7 days and typically collects 37mm (1.46") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 11h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:05. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:17 +0530.

Sunshine

In Koggala, the average sunshine in January is 9.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Koggala are January through April, July, August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 during January translates into the following directions:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Koggala in January?
January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 29.1°C (84.4°F) and a low-temperature of 24.1°C (75.4°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in January is appraised at 34°C (93.2°F).
What is the least humid month in Koggala?
The months with the lowest humidity in Koggala are January through March, with an average relative humidity of 77%.
What is the average humidity in January in Koggala?
In Koggala, the average relative humidity in January is 77%.
What is the driest month in Koggala?
January is the month with the least rainfall in Koggala, Sri Lanka. Rain falls for 15.7 days and accumulates 37mm (1.46") of precipitation.
How much does it rain in Koggala in January?
In Koggala, Sri Lanka, during January, the rain falls for 15.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 37mm (1.46") of precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Koggala have in January?
The average day length in January in Koggala, Sri Lanka, is 11h and 49min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Koggala?
On the first day of January in Koggala, Sri Lanka, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:05. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:17 +0530.
How many hours of sunshine does Koggala have in January?
In Koggala, Sri Lanka, the average sunshine duration in January is 9.2h.
When is the highest UV index in Koggala?
The months with the highest UV index are January through April, July, August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
What is the UV index intensity in January in Koggala?
In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Koggala, Sri Lanka, is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Koggala, Sri Lanka
  • Average high temperature in January: 29.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (30.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is September (28.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 24.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (27.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.1°C).

Average pressure in January
Koggala, Sri Lanka
  • Average pressure in January: 1011.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1009mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Koggala, Sri Lanka
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (21.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (8.7km/h).

Average humidity in January
Koggala, Sri Lanka
  • Average humidity in January: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and September (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February and March (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Koggala, Sri Lanka
  • Average rainfall in January: 37mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (263mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (37mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Koggala, Sri Lanka
  • Average rainfall days in January: 15.7 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are June and August (28.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (15.4 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Koggala, 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: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Koggala, Sri Lanka
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (12 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (0.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Koggala, Sri Lanka
  • Average UV index in January: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, July, August, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and September (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in January
Koggala, Sri Lanka
  • Average cloud cover in January: 26

The months with the most cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in January
Koggala, Sri Lanka
  • Average visibility in January: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, August, September, October and November (9km).

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