January weather forecast
Tlokweng, Botswana

Tlokweng, Botswana experiences warm January weather, characterized by relatively high humidity levels. Temperature ranges from 21°C (69.8°F) to 31.3°C (88.3°F) showcasing one of the highest temperature marks of the year. In addition to high temperatures, Weather patterns in Tlokweng exhibit a high frequency of rain days, making January one of the rainiest months. The rainfall, though, does not impede the visibility, which remains at a maximum throughout this month. Sunshine still dominates though, with long sunshine hours ensuring plenty of daylight.

Temperature

Transitioning into January, Tlokweng experiences an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.3°C (88.3°F), marking a minor shift from the preceding month. During January, Tlokweng experiences an average low-temperature of 21°C (69.8°F) at night.

Heat index

The average heat index in January is calculated to be a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Implement additional cautionary measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Prolonged activity might induce heatstroke.
Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. An individual's perception of weather can be influenced by a variety of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their degree of physical exertion. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Tlokweng is 54%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 14.5 days and typically aggregates up to 52mm (2.05") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Tlokweng is 13h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:30 and sunset at 19:08. On the last day of January, in Tlokweng, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 19:06 CAT.

Sunshine

In Tlokweng, the average sunshine in January is 11.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Tlokweng are January, October and November, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in January translates into this advice:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.