January weather forecast
Mutur, Sri Lanka

January, the same as December, is a moderately hot winter month in Mutur, Sri Lanka, with an average temperature ranging between max 29.3°C (84.7°F) and min 20°C (68°F).

Temperature

Mutur's temperatures tend to hit their minimum during January and December, with an average high-temperature of 29.3°C (84.7°F).

Heat index

For January, the heat index is evaluated at a torrid 36°C (96.8°F). Implement additional safety measures to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity might trigger heatstroke.
Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. Heat index values have the potential to be boosted by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. The individual's temperature perception can be influenced by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. When the air contains significant moisture, the efficiency of the evaporation process decreases, preventing the body from cooling down effectively and creating a feeling of overheating. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Mutur is 82%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 16 days. Throughout January, 42mm (1.65") of precipitation is accumulated. In Mutur, during the entire year, the rain falls for 196.8 days and collects up to 943mm (37.13") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Mutur, the average length of the day in January is 11h and 41min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 17:57. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:11 +0530.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 7.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during January translates into the following recommendations:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. 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 wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.