January weather forecast
Los Lotes, Panama

January, the same as December, is a moderately hot winter month in Los Lotes, Panama, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.9°C (75°F) and 29.5°C (85.1°F).

Temperature

The arrival of January brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.5°C (85.1°F), subtly diverging from December's 28.7°C (83.7°F). During January, the average low-temperature is a still moderately hot 23.9°C (75°F).

Heat index

January's average heat index is estimated at a very hot 36°C (96.8°F). Exercise more precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could precipitate heatstroke.
Heat index data is primarily for areas with shade and subjected to light winds. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is a composite of temperature and humidity figures to convey how warm it feels. Additional elements encompassing metabolic differences, the degree of physical activity, and attire can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
In high temperatures, perspiration kicks in, allowing the human body to cool down through the evaporation of sweat. In the presence of elevated relative humidity, the evaporation rate decreases. This reduction leads to increased body heat retention compared to conditions of dry air. Excessive heat that's not properly managed leads to increased body temperatures and resultant health issues.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Los Lotes, during January, the rain falls for 18.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 37mm (1.46") of precipitation. In Los Lotes, during the entire year, the rain falls for 309.6 days and collects up to 2035mm (80.12") of precipitation.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 11h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 18:08. On the last day of January, in Los Lotes, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 18:22 EST.

Sunshine

In Los Lotes, the average sunshine in January is 8.4h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Los Lotes. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests this advice:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.