January Weather in Mawalgama

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Mawalgama, Sri Lanka, during January is characterized by an average temperature of 25°C (78°F). Highs can soar to 32°C (90°F), while lows may dip to 18°C (64°F). Typically, the humidity level in Mawalgama throughout January hovers around 80%.

18°C (64°F)

Minimum temperature

25°C (78°F)

Average temperature

32°C (90°F)

Maximum temperature

80%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In January, Mawalgama averages 137 mm (5.4 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 11 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 11 hours 45 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 8 hours 32 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 19% probability of sunny days during this period.

137 mm (5.4 inches)

Precipitation

11 rainy days

Rainy days

8 hours 32 minutes

Sunshine hours

19%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In January, the UV Index in Mawalgama reaches a maximum of 13, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  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
UVI 1 3 6 9 12 13 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

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