January weather forecast
Cooma, Australia

January, the same as December, is another warm summer month in Cooma, Australia, with an average temperature varying between 10.7°C (51.3°F) and 27.2°C (81°F).

Temperature

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 27.2°C (81°F) and a low of 10.7°C (51.3°F), January stands out as the warmest month.

Heat index

The heat index in January is estimated at 27°C (80.6°F). If one continues to be active during exposure, it might cause tiredness and subsequent heat cramps.
It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Take note that direct exposure to the sun can increase the felt temperature, possibly adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. 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

January is the least humid month in Cooma, with an average relative humidity of 40%.

Rainfall

In Cooma, in January, it is raining for 8.1 days, with typically 57mm (2.24") of accumulated precipitation. In Cooma, during the entire year, the rain falls for 107.9 days and collects up to 540mm (21.26") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Cooma, the average length of the day in January is 14h and 18min.
On the first day of January in Cooma, Australia, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:14 pm AEDT.

Sunshine

January has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 9h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 11, and more, symbolizes an excessive health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 12 in January converts into the following recommendations:
Take all necessary precautions, as unprotected skin can burn in minutes. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. It's best to limit the time spent in direct sunlight, especially if you're susceptible to sunburn. Always use sunscreen with 30 SPF or more.