January weather forecast
Balsas, Brazil

January, like December, is another tropical summer month in Balsas, Brazil, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21.4°C (70.5°F) and an average high of 30.2°C (86.4°F).

Temperature

January's advent notes a subtle adjustment in average high-temperature to a still tropical 30.2°C (86.4°F) from December. Balsas's average low-temperature for the month of January records at an agreeable 21.4°C (70.5°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during January is calculated to be a fiery hot 39°C (102.2°F). Implement additional preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Heatstroke could follow prolonged activity.
It is important to note that the heat index values are for shaded areas and light wind scenarios. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Children regularly disregard the necessity to rest and replenish fluids. Thirst is a late symptom of dehydration - thus, maintaining hydration, particularly during long-lasting physical activities, is essential.
The body's natural response to excessive warmth is perspiration, as it allows for cooling through sweat evaporation. An increase in relative humidity hinders the body's normal cooling function by reducing evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of body cooling and enhancing the sense of warmth. When body temperature rises due to excess heat gain beyond its removal capability, one might experience heat-related disorders.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 81%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the most rainfall in Balsas. Rain falls for 26.2 days and accumulates 133mm (5.24") of precipitation.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Balsas, Brazil, is 12h and 30min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 18:24. On the last day of January, in Balsas, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 18:30 -03.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through June, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.