January weather forecastTaroom, Australia

January

Weather in January

January, like December, is a hot summer month in Taroom, Australia, with an average temperature varying between 32.3°C (90.1°F) and 20.8°C (69.4°F).

Temperature

January, recognised by an average high temperature of 32.3°C (90.1°F) and a low of 20.8°C (69.4°F), is Taroom's warmest month.

Heat index

Throughout January, the heat index is estimated at a very hot 38°C (100.4°F). Exercise heightened safety, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may provoke heatstroke.
For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. 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 'feels like' or 'real feel', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. The effect is experienced differently by individuals, hinging on unique characteristics such as body mass, stature, and level of activity. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.
Evaporation of sweat is the main factor behind the cooling effect of perspiration in the human body. During high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the process of perspiration is hindered, intensifying the sensation of heat. When heat surpasses the body's release mechanisms, dehydration and overheating risks become pronounced.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 62%.

Rainfall

In Taroom, in January, during 10.7 rainfall days, 39mm (1.54") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Taroom, during the entire year, the rain falls for 113.1 days and collects up to 385mm (15.16") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 13h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:12 am and sunset at 6:55 pm. On the last day of January, in Taroom, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 6:53 pm AEST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 10.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during January leads to these instructions:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. 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. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.

Updated: Jan 26, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

In Taroom, Australia, the average highest temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 32.3°C (90.1°F) and a low of 20.8°C (69.4°F).

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Taroom during January are 32.3°C (90.1°F) and 20.8°C (69.4°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in January is estimated at 38°C (100.4°F).

In January, the average relative humidity in Taroom, Australia, is 62%.

In Taroom, in January, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 39mm (1.54") of accumulated precipitation.

The average day length in January in Taroom is 13h and 32min.

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:12 am and sunset at 6:55 pm. On the last day of the month, in Taroom, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 6:53 pm AEST.

In January, the average sunshine duration in Taroom, Australia, is 10.4h.

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

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Taroom, Australia, is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year January F M A M J J A S O N D

Dec

January

Feb

Average high temperature

32°C

32.3°C

31.3°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

14.4km/h

14km/h

13.6km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

16.2

18.6

14.3

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Taroom, Australia

Average high temperature in January: 32.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (32.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (19.3°C).

Average low temperature in January: 20.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (20.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (8.8°C).

Average pressure in January
Taroom, Australia

Average pressure in January: 1010.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1021.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1010.7mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Taroom, Australia

Average wind speed in January: 12.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (13km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (10.1km/h).

Average humidity in January
Taroom, Australia

Average humidity in January: 62%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (73%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September, October and November (56%).

Average rainfall in January
Taroom, Australia

Average rainfall in January: 39mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and March (54mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (12mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Taroom, Australia

Average rainfall days in January: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (12.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (5.2 days).

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

Average daylight in January: 13h and 30min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 36min).

Average sunshine in January: 10h and 24min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Taroom, Australia

Average sunshine days in January: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (24.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (14.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Taroom, 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 and July (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in January
Taroom, Australia

Average cloud cover in January: 32

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in January
Taroom, Australia

Average visibility in January: 9km

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