January weather forecast
Kosgolla, Sri Lanka

January

Weather in January

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

Temperature

December's transformation into January witnesses an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.3°C (82.9°F), noting a minor change from the preceding month. Kosgolla registers a consistent average low-temperature of 18.2°C (64.8°F) during January.

Heat index

The average heat index in January is calculated to be a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Use additional protective measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible outcomes. Continuous activity might lead to heatstroke.
Heat index readings emphasize conditions of light breezes and shaded spots. Exposure to direct sunlight may make the heat index values climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', 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. When exposed to direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to increase by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Juveniles are regularly less conscious of the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a tardy symptom of dehydration - hydration, especially during lengthy physical activities, should be maintained.

Humidity

In Kosgolla, 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 45min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:02. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 18:15 +0530.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine 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 reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in January transforms into the following instructions:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in January?
An average high-temperature, in January, in Kosgolla, is 28.3°C (82.9°F) and the average 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 calculated to be 33°C (91.4°F).
What is the average humidity in January in Kosgolla?
The average relative humidity in January 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 January?
In Kosgolla, in January, it is raining for 14.1 days, with typically 38mm (1.5") of accumulated precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Kosgolla have in January?
In Kosgolla, the average day length in January is 11h and 45min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in January?
In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:02. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 18:15 +0530.
How long on average sun shines in January?
The average sunshine duration in January is 8.5h.
What are the months with the highest UV index in Kosgolla?
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 reading in January?
The average daily maximum UV index in January 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 - Kosgolla, Sri Lanka
Average temperature in January
Kosgolla, 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 - Kosgolla, Sri Lanka
Average pressure in January
Kosgolla, 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 - Kosgolla, Sri Lanka
Average wind speed in January
Kosgolla, 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 - Kosgolla, Sri Lanka
Average humidity in January
Kosgolla, 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 - Kosgolla, Sri Lanka
Average rainfall in January
Kosgolla, 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 - Kosgolla, Sri Lanka
Average rainfall days in January
Kosgolla, 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 - Kosgolla, Sri Lanka
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Kosgolla, Sri Lanka
  • Average daylight in January: 11h and 4min

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 - Kosgolla, Sri Lanka
Average sunshine days in January
Kosgolla, 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 - Kosgolla, Sri Lanka
Average UV index in January
Kosgolla, 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 - Kosgolla, Sri Lanka
Average cloud cover in January
Kosgolla, 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 - Kosgolla, Sri Lanka
Average visibility in January
Kosgolla, 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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