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
January
Weather in January
Temperature
The dawn of January sees an average high-temperature of a hot 30.8°C (87.4°F), subtly contrasting with December's 29.9°C (85.8°F). Nighttime temperatures consistently average an agreeable 22.8°C (73°F) during January.Heat index
January's mean heat index is computed to be a very hot 38°C (100.4°F). Ensure extra safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.Heat index's context suggests values are appropriate for shady areas and slight breezes. Under direct sunshine, the heat index values might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. Relative humidity in excess curtails evaporation, therefore reducing heat dissipation from the body, leading to feelings of excess heat. With body temperatures on the rise, inefficient heat shedding can lead to dehydration and its associated complications.
Humidity
January and February, with an average relative humidity of 73%, are the least humid months in Pitipana, Sri Lanka.Rainfall
January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 9.7 days and accumulates 29mm (1.14") of precipitation.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day is 11h and 46min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:05. On the last day of January, in Pitipana, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:18 +0530.
Sunshine
January through April, with an average of 9.2h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Pitipana.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Pitipana are January through April, July, September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 7 in January, converts into the following recommendations:
Shield from overexposure. Defense against sun-related harm is required. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot does it get in Pitipana in January?
What are the least humid months in Pitipana?
What is the average humidity in January in Pitipana?
What is the driest month in Pitipana?
How much does it rain in Pitipana in January?
How many hours of daylight does Pitipana have in January?
When are sunrise and sunset in January in Pitipana?
What are the months with the most sunshine in Pitipana?
How many hours of sunshine does Pitipana have in January?
What are the months with the highest UV index in Pitipana?
How high is the UV index in January in Pitipana?
Average temperature in January
Pitipana, Sri Lanka
- Average high temperature in January: 30.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (32.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (29.2°C).
- Average low temperature in January: 22.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is May (26.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.8°C).
Average pressure in January
Pitipana, Sri Lanka
- Average pressure in January: 1011.7mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.7mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are May and June (1008.4mbar).
Average wind speed in January
Pitipana, Sri Lanka
- Average wind speed in January: 16.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (18.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (9.1km/h).
Average humidity in January
Pitipana, Sri Lanka
- Average humidity in January: 73%
The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July and August (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (73%).
Average rainfall in January
Pitipana, Sri Lanka
- Average rainfall in January: 29mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (231mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (29mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Pitipana, Sri Lanka
- Average rainfall days in January: 9.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (28.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.7 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Pitipana, 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: 9h and 1min
The months with the most sunshine are January, February, March and April (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in January
Pitipana, Sri Lanka
- Average sunshine days in January: 20 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (1.2 days).
Average UV index in January
Pitipana, Sri Lanka
- Average UV index in January: 7
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, July, September, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, August and October (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in January
Pitipana, Sri Lanka
- Average cloud cover in January: 21
The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 21).
Average visibility in January
Pitipana, Sri Lanka
- Average visibility in January: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, September and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, August, October and November (9km).
