January weather forecastMachaneng, Botswana
January
Weather in January
January, like December, is another tropical summer month in Machaneng, Botswana, with temperature in the range of an average low of 20.4°C (68.7°F) and an average high of 30.2°C (86.4°F).Temperature
January is marked by an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.2°C (86.4°F), almost identical to the preceding month. Machaneng's nights in January experience an average temperature drop to a pleasant 20.4°C (68.7°F).Heat index
In January, the average heat index is computed to be a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Implement enhanced safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Sustained activity might result in heatstroke.Regarding the heat index, one should be aware it's determined by shaded settings and mild 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 'real feel', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. Always consider that direct sunlight exposure might heighten the heat's effects, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
Humidity
In January, the average relative humidity is 58%.Rainfall
In Machaneng, in January, during 16 rainfall days, 73mm (2.87") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Machaneng, during the entire year, the rain falls for 88.8 days and collects up to 328mm (12.91") of precipitation.Daylight
In Machaneng, the average length of the day in January is 13h and 22min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:27 and sunset at 18:59. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 18:58 CAT.
Sunshine
In January, the average sunshine is 11h.UV index
January, October and November, 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 health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In January, a daily UV index of 7 turns into the following recommendations:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Machaneng, Botswana
- Average high temperature in January: 30.2°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (31.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (21.3°C).
- Average low temperature in January: 20.4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is December (20.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (8.8°C).
Average pressure in January
Machaneng, Botswana
- Average pressure in January: 1011.3mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1023.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.3mbar).
Average wind speed in January
Machaneng, Botswana
- Average wind speed in January: 12.8km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (16.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (9km/h).
Average humidity in January
Machaneng, Botswana
- Average humidity in January: 58%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (59%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (34%).
Average rainfall in January
Machaneng, Botswana
- Average rainfall in January: 73mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (85mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Machaneng, Botswana
- Average rainfall days in January: 16 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.3 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Machaneng, Botswana
- Average daylight in January: 13h and 24min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in January: 11h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are May, June and July (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in January
Machaneng, Botswana
- Average sunshine days in January: 12.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (30 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (11.2 days).
Average UV index in January
Machaneng, Botswana
- Average UV index in January: 7
The months with the highest UV index are January, October and November (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in January
Machaneng, Botswana
- Average cloud cover in January: 29
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 29).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 6).
Average visibility in January
Machaneng, 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).
