January weather forecast
Kang, Botswana

The start of the year in Kang, Botswana is typically warm, with temperatures regularly reaching up to 32.6°C (90.7°F). January sees frequent and significant rainfall with 41mm (1.61") falling over an average of 12.6 days. This period showcases a relative humidity of 41%, which contributes to the overall moisture in the atmosphere. Wind speeds during this time hover around 12.3km/h (7.6mph), with wind gusts occasionally surging up to 17.7km/h (11mph). Despite this, January offers a substantial amount of daylight; 13.4 hours per day on average, allowing residents and visitors ample time to enjoy outdoor activities.

Temperature

January's average high-temperature is a still tropical 32.6°C (90.7°F), maintaining a close comparison with December's 33.3°C (91.9°F). In the month of January, the average temperature in Kang dips to an agreeable 22.8°C (73°F) during the night.

Heat index

For January, the heat index is estimated at a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Apply extra caution, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke might occur with long-duration activity.
Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. Exposing to direct sunshine may enhance heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 41%.

Rainfall

In Kang, in January, it is raining for 12.6 days, with typically 41mm (1.61") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 69.4 rainfall days, and 213mm (8.39") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 13h and 24min.
On the first day of January in Kang, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 19:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 19:17 CAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Kang is 10.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Kang, Botswana, are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in January translates into this advice:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.