January weather forecastTanami, Australia
January
Weather in January
January, like December, in Tanami, Australia, is another torrid summer month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.4°C (97.5°F) and 27.8°C (82°F).Temperature
Tanami marks the arrival of January with an average high-temperature of a still very hot 36.4°C (97.5°F), hardly different from December's 37.3°C (99.1°F). Tanami usually reports an average low-temperature of 27.8°C (82°F) during the month of January.Heat index
The heat index for January is evaluated at an extremely hot 40°C (104°F). Extra precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible outcomes. Extended activity could lead to heatstroke.Heat index determinations are made taking into account the shade and light air movements. A rise in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees may result from direct sunlight exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. An elevated level of relative humidity hinders evaporation, leading to decreased heat elimination from the body, inducing a sensation of excess heat. Overheating risks increase with rising body temperatures, especially if heat release isn't efficient.
Humidity
January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 40%.Rainfall
January is the month with the most rainfall in Tanami. Rain falls for 13.8 days and accumulates 75mm (2.95") of precipitation.Daylight
In Tanami, the average length of the day in January is 13h and 11min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 7:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:34 pm ACST.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 8.9h of sunshine.UV index
January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index in Tanami. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 8 translates into the following recommendations:
Without constant care, eyes and skin might suffer damage in a short time. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Tanami, Australia
- Average high temperature in January: 36.4°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is December (37.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (24.3°C).
- Average low temperature in January: 27.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is December (28°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (13.2°C).
Average pressure in January
Tanami, Australia
- Average pressure in January: 1005.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1018.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1005.5mbar).
Average wind speed in January
Tanami, Australia
- Average wind speed in January: 16.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (17.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (15.2km/h).
Average humidity in January
Tanami, Australia
- Average humidity in January: 40%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (40%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (22%).
Average rainfall in January
Tanami, Australia
- Average rainfall in January: 75mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (75mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (1mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Tanami, Australia
- Average rainfall days in January: 13.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.6 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Tanami, Australia
- Average daylight in January: 13h and 12min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in January: 8h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 8h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in January
Tanami, Australia
- Average sunshine days in January: 15.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (29.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (15.1 days).
Average UV index in January
Tanami, Australia
- Average UV index in January: 8
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in January
Tanami, Australia
- Average cloud cover in January: 27
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 27).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 4).
Average visibility in January
Tanami, Australia
- Average visibility in January: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).





