January weather forecastDimbulah, Australia

Weather in January

January, like December, in Dimbulah, Australia, is a moderately hot summer month, with an average temperature varying between 20.3°C (68.5°F) and 29.1°C (84.4°F).

Temperature

Entering January, Dimbulah's average high-temperature reads a warm 29.1°C (84.4°F), indicating a close resemblance to the previous month's climate. The average temperature in Dimbulah, Australia, during January nights dips to a pleasant 20.3°C (68.5°F).

Heat index

For most parts of January, the heat index is estimated at a fiery hot 36°C (96.8°F). More preventive actions are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is significant. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
Heat index readings emphasize conditions of light breezes and shaded spots. The heat index values could be amplified by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. The individual's impression of temperature can be shaped by additional aspects such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.
The natural cooling mechanism in humans involves perspiration, where the evaporation of sweat balances out excessive warmth. Increased relative humidity slows down evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of heat removal from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. When body heat isn't effectively managed, risks of dehydration and overheating amplify.

Humidity

In Dimbulah, the average relative humidity in January is 83%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Dimbulah, Australia, is January, when the rain falls for 25.2 days and typically aggregates up to 200mm (7.87") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Dimbulah, the average length of the day in January is 13h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of January, in Dimbulah, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 6:59 pm AEST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 7.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during January, leads to the following recommendations:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.