Contents
- Weather in January
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in January
- Average pressure in January
- Average wind speed in January
- Average humidity in January
- Average rainfall in January
- Average rainfall days in January
- Average daylight in January
- Average sunshine in January
- Average sunshine days in January
- Average UV index in January
- Average cloud cover in January
- Average visibility in January
Weather in January
Temperature
The transition into January is marked with an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.3°C (82.9°F), showing an insignificant shift from December's 27.5°C (81.5°F). During January, the nighttime temperature in Ogodapola, Sri Lanka, averages of 18.2°C (64.8°F).Heat index
For January, the heat index is estimated at a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Incorporate additional safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Long-term activity may induce heatstroke.Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. An individual's temperature experience can be influenced by extra factors, including metabolic differences, activity levels, and clothing. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Kids generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in January is 80%.Rainfall
The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 14.1 days and typically collects 38mm (1.5") of precipitation.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day is 11h and 46min.On the first day of January in Ogodapola, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:04. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:17 +0530.
Sunshine
In January, the average sunshine in Ogodapola 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 estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in January, converts into the following recommendations:
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 wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in January
Ogodapola, 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
Ogodapola, 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
Ogodapola, 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
Ogodapola, 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
Ogodapola, 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
Ogodapola, 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
Ogodapola, 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
Ogodapola, 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
Ogodapola, 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
Ogodapola, 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
Ogodapola, 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).
Ogodapola, Sri Lanka
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