January weather forecast
Barraca, Angola

January, the same as December, is another warm summer month in Barraca, Angola, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29.8°C (85.6°F) and an average low of 25.3°C (77.5°F).

Temperature

Barraca, Angola, registers an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.8°C (85.6°F) at the commencement of January, closely related to the preceding month. Barraca, during January nights, records a temperature marginally cooler than the daytime average, at a still moderately hot 25.3°C (77.5°F).

Heat index

The heat index for January is computed to be a fiery hot 36°C (96.8°F). Extra precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible outcomes. Extended activity could lead to heatstroke.
Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. Exposure to unobstructed sunshine could lead to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is a value derived by merging air temperature with the humidity to convey how the climate feels. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. In the direct sunlight, the weather's impact can be amplified, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. Under conditions of increased relative humidity, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to retain more heat than under less humid conditions. Accumulating heat beyond the body's cooling measures leads to rising temperatures and potential ailments.

Humidity

In Barraca, the average relative humidity in January is 76%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 15.3 days. Throughout January, 58mm (2.28") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Barraca, there are 158.7 rainfall days, and 456mm (17.95") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 12h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 18:26. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:32 WAT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine in Barraca are January and December, with an average of 9.3h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests these recommendations:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.