January weather forecastPenrith, Australia
January
Weather in January
January, like December, in Penrith, Australia, is another warm summer month, with an average temperature ranging between min 17.4°C (63.3°F) and max 29.6°C (85.3°F).Temperature
January is the month when Penrith sees the highest average temperatures, with a high of 29.6°C (85.3°F) and a low of 17.4°C (63.3°F).Heat index
The heat index value for January is computed to be a hot 34°C (93.2°F). Adopt extra safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.From a standpoint of the heat index, values pertain to shaded conditions and mild breezes. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.
Humidity
In Penrith, the average relative humidity in January is 70%.Rainfall
In Penrith, during January, the rain falls for 15.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 57mm (2.24") of precipitation. In Penrith, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137.7 days and collects up to 501mm (19.72") of precipitation.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day is 14h and 6min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:03 pm AEDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in January in Penrith is 8.4h.UV index
January, February, November and 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 hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: An average UV index of 6 in January transforms into this advice:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 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. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Penrith, Australia
- Average high temperature in January: 29.6°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (29.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (16°C).
- Average low temperature in January: 17.4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is January (17.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (6.3°C).
Average pressure in January
Penrith, Australia
- Average pressure in January: 1012.8mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1021.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.8mbar).
Average wind speed in January
Penrith, Australia
- Average wind speed in January: 7.9km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (8.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (7km/h).
Average humidity in January
Penrith, Australia
- Average humidity in January: 70%
The month with the highest relative humidity is June (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (66%).
Average rainfall in January
Penrith, Australia
- Average rainfall in January: 57mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (101mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (22mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Penrith, Australia
- Average rainfall days in January: 15.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (6.7 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Penrith, Australia
- Average daylight in January: 14h and 6min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in January: 8h and 24min
The months with the most sunshine are November and December (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in January
Penrith, Australia
- Average sunshine days in January: 12.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (22.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10 days).
Average UV index in January
Penrith, Australia
- Average UV index in January: 6
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June, July, August and September (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in January
Penrith, Australia
- Average cloud cover in January: 42
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in January
Penrith, Australia
- Average visibility in January: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
