January weather forecastPilliga, Australia

January

Weather in January

January in Pilliga, Australia, is a very hot summer month, with an average temperature varying between 35.5°C (95.9°F) and 24.5°C (76.1°F).

Temperature

January proves to be the warmest month, recording an average peak temperature of 35.5°C (95.9°F) and a minimum temperature of 24.5°C (76.1°F).

Heat index

The heat index in January is calculated to be a fiery hot 38°C (100.4°F). Incorporate special precautions, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is substantial. Sustained activity could cause heatstroke.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. Direct sun rays have a notable impact on perceived temperature, which can raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Kids often lack the knowledge about the necessity to take breaks and consume liquids. Thirst, as a late symptom of dehydration, necessitates the maintenance of hydration, particularly during enduring physical activities.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. An increase in relative humidity hinders the body's normal cooling function by reducing evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of body cooling and enhancing the sense of warmth. The body is at risk of dehydration and related complications when it fails to shed excessive heat.

Humidity

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 40%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout January, 24mm (0.94") of precipitation is accumulated. In Pilliga, during the entire year, the rain falls for 79.1 days and collects up to 244mm (9.61") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Pilliga, the average length of the day in January is 13h and 51min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:04 pm AEDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 9.1h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 during January translates into the following recommendations:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.

Frequently asked questions

Pilliga's January weather, with an average high temperature of 35.5°C (95.9°F) and an average low temperature of 24.5°C (76.1°F), tends to be the warmest of the year.

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 35.5°C (95.9°F) and 24.5°C (76.1°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in January is calculated to be 38°C (100.4°F).

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 40%, are the least humid months.

The average relative humidity in January is 40%.

In Pilliga, during January, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 24mm (0.94") of precipitation.

The average day length in January is 13h and 51min.

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:04 pm AEDT.

In January, the average sunshine duration is 9.1h.

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Pilliga, Australia

  • Average high temperature in January: 35.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (35.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (17.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 24.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (24.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (6.7°C).

Average pressure in January
Pilliga, Australia

  • Average pressure in January: 1009.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1021.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1009.5mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Pilliga, Australia

  • Average wind speed in January: 13.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (13.9km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are April and May (10.6km/h).

Average humidity in January
Pilliga, Australia

  • Average humidity in January: 40%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (74%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and December (40%).

Average rainfall in January
Pilliga, Australia

  • Average rainfall in January: 24mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (33mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (8mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Pilliga, Australia

  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (9.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (4.2 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Pilliga, Australia

  • Average daylight in January: 13h and 54min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 9h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Pilliga, Australia

  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (26.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (19.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Pilliga, Australia

  • Average UV index in January: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in January
Pilliga, Australia

  • Average cloud cover in January: 21

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 18).

Average visibility in January
Pilliga, Australia

  • Average visibility in January: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are June, July and August (9km).