November weather forecast
Pokunawatta, Sri Lanka

The last month of the autumn, November, is another warm month in Pokunawatta, Sri Lanka, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.3°C (77.5°F) and 29.2°C (84.6°F).

Temperature

The shift into November reveals an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.2°C (84.6°F), closely mirroring October's climate. Pokunawatta experiences a subtle drop in temperature during the November nights, recording an average of 25.3°C (77.5°F).

Heat index

Throughout November, the heat index is computed to be a fiery hot 35°C (95°F). Adopt heightened preventive measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Persistent activity could lead to heatstroke.
Remember that heat index calculations are made for conditions in the shade with light wind. 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 'apparent temperature', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Take note that direct exposure to the sun can increase the felt temperature, possibly adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
Perspiration is the body's default response to elevated temperatures, as it promotes the evaporation of sweat to achieve cooling. Under conditions of high temperature and humidity (enhanced heat index), sweat production is compromised, exacerbating the sensation of warmth. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in November is 80%.

Rainfall

In Pokunawatta, in November, during 26.3 rainfall days, 179mm (7.05") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 286.9 rainfall days, and 1974mm (77.72") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In November, the average length of the day in Pokunawatta is 11h and 51min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 17:49. On the last day of November, in Pokunawatta, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 17:51 +0530.

Sunshine

In Pokunawatta, the average sunshine in November is 7.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Pokunawatta are January through April, June through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 7 in November translates into the following recommendations:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.