January weather forecast
Emerald, Australia

January, the same as December, in Emerald, Australia, is a hot summer month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.4°C (72.3°F) and 33.2°C (91.8°F).

Temperature

A minor adjustment in Emerald's average high-temperature is noted with the start of January, touching a still tropical 33.2°C (91.8°F) from December's 33.7°C (92.7°F). During January, the average low-temperature is an agreeable 22.4°C (72.3°F).

Heat index

Throughout January, the heat index is evaluated at a scorching 41°C (105.8°F). Apply extra caution, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke might occur with long-duration activity.
Heat index readings emphasize conditions of light breezes and shaded spots. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. The impact of weather on an individual can be subjective, affected by the person's activity and heat perception, which can vary due to elements including wind, clothing, and metabolic differences. Considering the impact of direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Younglings are generally more in peril than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Coupled with a larger skin surface relative to their tiny bodies and greater heat production because of their activity, they become more at risk.
Evaporating sweat is a key way the human body dispels excessive warmth, all thanks to the process of perspiration. In high relative humidity, the body's ability to evaporate heat is diminished, resulting in a heightened feeling of warmth. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.

Humidity

In Emerald, the average relative humidity in January is 63%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the most rainfall in Emerald, Australia. Rain falls for 13.4 days and accumulates 74mm (2.91") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Emerald, the average length of the day in January is 13h and 24min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:23 am and sunset at 6:57 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 6:56 pm AEST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 10h.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. 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. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.