Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Batticaloa, Sri Lanka, during January is characterized by an average temperature of 26°C (79°F). Highs can soar to 28°C (83°F), while lows may dip to 24°C (75°F). Typically, the humidity level in Batticaloa throughout January hovers around 80%.
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In January, Batticaloa averages 139 mm (5.5 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 14 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 11 hours 42 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 8 hours 28 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 19% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In January, the UV Index in Batticaloa reaches a maximum of 12, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 11:00 and 13:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.
| 07:00 | 08:00 | 09:00 | 10:00 | 11:00 | 12:00 | 13:00 | 14:00 | 15:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 | 18:00 | 19:00 | |
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| UVI | 1 | 3 | 6 | 10 | 12 | 12 | 11 | 8 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | High | VeryHigh | Extreme | VeryHigh | Moderate | Low | |||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 25 min | 15 min | 10 min | 15 min | 30 min | 45 min | |||||