January weather forecast
Ofcolaco, South Africa

January, like December, in Ofcolaco, South Africa, is a moderately hot summer month, with an average temperature ranging between max 29.7°C (85.5°F) and min 19.9°C (67.8°F).

Temperature

As Ofcolaco welcomes January, the average high-temperature records at a warm 29.7°C (85.5°F), marking an insignificant deviation from the prior month. Ofcolaco experiences a mean temperature of 19.9°C (67.8°F) during January nights.

Heat index

For January, the heat index is computed to be a fiery hot 35°C (95°F). Extra safeguards are necessary to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Prolonged activity might cause heatstroke.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. You should know that direct sun exposure can heighten weather effects, potentially elevating the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Children often fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst, being a late symptom of dehydration, underlines the importance of maintaining hydration, especially during ongoing physical activities.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. Under high air temperature coupled with high humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is reduced, intensifying the sensation of heat. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 72%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Ofcolaco, in January, it is raining for 19.6 days, with typically 79mm (3.11") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Ofcolaco, there are 132.9 rainfall days, and 420mm (16.54") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 13h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:13 and sunset at 18:49. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 05:35 and sunset at 18:48 SAST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Ofcolaco, South Africa, is 9.4h.

UV index

January through April, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: During January, 6 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.