January weather forecast
Dekar, Botswana

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Dekar, Botswana, is a hot summer month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 22.2°C (72°F) and an average high of 31.4°C (88.5°F).

Temperature

As January takes hold, the average high-temperature is a still hot 31.4°C (88.5°F), nearly mirroring that of the previous month. Dekar's nighttime temperature in January drops to an average of 22.2°C (72°F).

Heat index

In January, the heat index is appraised at a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Heightened precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', shows a temperature sensation when both heat and moisture conditions are combined. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 50%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 18 days and typically aggregates up to 79mm (3.11") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Dekar, the average length of the day in January is 13h and 16min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 19:18. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 19:17 CAT.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 10h.

UV index

January, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 7 in January transforms into this advice:
Stand by precautions and apply sun safety measures. Evading sunburn is of great importance. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it hot in Dekar during January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 31.4°C (88.5°F) and 22.2°C (72°F) respectively. In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 33°C (91.4°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Dekar?

The average relative humidity in January in Dekar, Botswana, is 50%.

What is the rainiest month in Dekar?

January is the month with the most rainfall in Dekar, Botswana. Rain falls for 18 days and accumulates 79mm (3.11") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Dekar in January?

In Dekar, Botswana, in January, it is raining for 18 days, with typically 79mm (3.11") of accumulated precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Dekar have in January?

In Dekar, the average day length in January is 13h and 16min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Dekar?

On the first day of January in Dekar, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 19:18. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 19:17 CAT.

How long on average sun shines in January in Dekar?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Dekar is 10h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Dekar?

The months with the highest UV index in Dekar are January, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

What is the UV index reading in January in Dekar?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in January
Dekar, Botswana

Average temperature in January - Dekar, Botswana
  • Average high temperature in January: 31.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (34.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (23.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 22.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (23.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (8.8°C).

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Average pressure in January
Dekar, Botswana

Average pressure in January - Dekar, Botswana
  • Average pressure in January: 1009.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1022.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1009.5mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Dekar, Botswana

Average wind speed in January - Dekar, Botswana
  • Average wind speed in January: 11km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are September and October (12.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (9.9km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Dekar, Botswana

Average humidity in January - Dekar, Botswana
  • Average humidity in January: 50%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (55%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (21%).

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Average rainfall in January
Dekar, Botswana

Average rainfall in January - Dekar, Botswana
  • Average rainfall in January: 79mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (79mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Dekar, Botswana

Average rainfall days in January - Dekar, Botswana
  • Average rainfall days in January: 18 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are January and December (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Dekar, Botswana

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Dekar, Botswana
  • Average daylight in January: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 10h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 8h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Dekar, Botswana

Average sunshine days in January - Dekar, Botswana
  • Average sunshine days in January: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (9 days).

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Average UV index in January
Dekar, Botswana

Average UV index in January - Dekar, Botswana
  • Average UV index in January: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 5).

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Average cloud cover in January
Dekar, Botswana

Average cloud cover in January - Dekar, Botswana
  • Average cloud cover in January: 24

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 24).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 1).

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Average visibility in January
Dekar, Botswana

Average visibility in January - Dekar, Botswana
  • 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).

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