January weather forecast
Posadas, Argentina

January, the same as December, in Posadas, Argentina, is another hot summer month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 20.8°C (69.4°F) and an average high of 32.4°C (90.3°F).

Temperature

January is the warmest month, with an average high-temperature of 32.4°C (90.3°F) and an average low-temperature of 20.8°C (69.4°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in January is estimated at a scorching 43°C (109.4°F). Be wary: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are highly anticipated. With continued activity, heatstroke is very likely.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel', 'feels like', 'felt air temperature', or 'apparent temperature', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. Additional factors like activity, wind, differences in body mass, height, and shape, and clothing affect individual temperature impact. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Children are often less aware of the need to rest and re-hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - it is vital to remain hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. When heat gain exceeds the level the body can remove, body temperature begins to rise, and heat-related illnesses and disorders may develop.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 73%.

Rainfall

In Posadas, in January, it is raining for 16.1 days, with typically 90mm (3.54") of accumulated precipitation. In Posadas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.6 days and collects up to 981mm (38.62") of precipitation.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 13h and 38min.
On the first day of January in Posadas, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 19:42. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 19:38 -03.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Posadas is 9.2h.

UV index

The month with the highest UV index in Posadas is January, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in January interpret into the following advice:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Tightly woven, loose-fitting clothes provide additional protection from the Sun.