January weather forecast
Monaragala, Sri Lanka

January

Weather in January

Monaragala, Sri Lanka greets the New Year with generally warm weather, exhibiting typical tropical climate characteristics. The month often witnesses fluctuating temperature conditions with the mercury swinging between 15.8°C (60.4°F) and 25°C (77°F). The variance from the previous month, December, is not significant, rendering a continual weather pattern. However, one must keep an umbrella handy as the month also ushers in the rainy season. Yet, despite the rain, January still affords a decent amount of sunshine, setting the ambiance for outdoor activities.

Temperature

Entering January, the average high-temperature is recorded at a still moderately hot 25°C (77°F), exhibiting a minimal shift from December's 24.3°C (75.7°F). January nights are marked by an average low-temperature of 15.8°C (60.4°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 84%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 18 days and typically collects 85mm (3.35") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Monaragala, the average length of the day in January is 11h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 17:59. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:12 +0530.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 7.1h.

UV index

January, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in January converts into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Monaragala in January?
Monaragala in January has an average high-temperature of 25°C (77°F) and an average low-temperature of 15.8°C (60.4°F).
What is the average humidity in January?
The average relative humidity in January is 84%.
What is the driest month in Monaragala?
The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 18 days and typically collects 85mm (3.35") of precipitation.
How many days does it rain in January?
In January, the rain falls for 18 days. Throughout January, 85mm (3.35") of precipitation is accumulated.
What is the average length of the day in January?
In January, the average day length is 11h and 46min.
When are sunrise and sunset in January?
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 17:59. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:12 +0530.
How long on average sun shines in January in Monaragala?
In Monaragala, the average sunshine duration in January is 7.1h.
When is the lowest UV index?
The months with the lowest UV index are January, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.
What is the UV index reading in January?
The average daily maximum UV index in January is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average visibility
Average temperature in January
Monaragala, Sri Lanka
  • Average high temperature in January: 25°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (27.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (24.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 15.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (19.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (15.3°C).

Average pressure in January
Monaragala, Sri Lanka
  • Average pressure in January: 1011.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1008.3mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Monaragala, Sri Lanka
  • Average wind speed in January: 5.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (9.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (3.3km/h).

Average humidity in January
Monaragala, Sri Lanka
  • Average humidity in January: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is November (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (80%).

Average rainfall in January
Monaragala, Sri Lanka
  • Average rainfall in January: 85mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (656mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (85mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Monaragala, Sri Lanka
  • Average rainfall days in January: 18 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (29.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (16.3 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Monaragala, 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: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Monaragala, Sri Lanka
  • Average sunshine days in January: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (11 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (0.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Monaragala, Sri Lanka
  • Average UV index in January: 5

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

Average cloud cover in January
Monaragala, Sri Lanka
  • Average cloud cover in January: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 42).

Average visibility in January
Monaragala, Sri Lanka
  • Average visibility in January: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July and August (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are November and December (6km).

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