January weather forecastRamotswa, Botswana

January

Weather in January

January is the epitome of the hot, summer months in Ramotswa, Botswana. There is plenty of daylight, with about 13.5 hours of sunshine filling each day. Breezes blow at moderate speeds to counterbalance the warmth. The average temperature varies between 21°C (69.8°F) and 31.3°C (88.3°F). Hot days and warm nights are buffered by a relative humidity of 54%, bringing about a comfortable heat, rather than an oppressive one.

Temperature

The transition from December to January in Ramotswa sees average high-temperatures adjusting to a still hot 31.3°C (88.3°F), from a not significantly different 31.5°C (88.7°F). During January, the nighttime temperature in Ramotswa averages of 21°C (69.8°F).

Heat index

During January, the heat index is computed to be a hot 34°C (93.2°F). Heightened precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
It is important to note that the heat index values are for shaded areas and light wind scenarios. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Ramotswa is 54%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14.5 days and accumulates 52mm (2.05") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Ramotswa, the average length of the day in January is 13h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:30 and sunset at 19:09. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 19:07 CAT.

Sunshine

In Ramotswa, Botswana, the average sunshine in January is 11.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January, October and November, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 7 translates into the following recommendations:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.

Updated: Jan 29, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

An average high-temperature, in January, in Ramotswa, is 31.3°C (88.3°F) and the average low-temperature is 21°C (69.8°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in January is computed to be 34°C (93.2°F).

The average relative humidity in January in Ramotswa is 54%.

The month with the most rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 14.5 days and typically aggregates up to 52mm (2.05") of precipitation.

In Ramotswa, Botswana, in January, it is raining for 14.5 days, with typically 52mm (2.05") of accumulated precipitation.

In Ramotswa, the average day length in January is 13h and 29min.

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:30 and sunset at 19:09. On the last day of the month, in Ramotswa, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 19:07 CAT.

The average sunshine duration in January in Ramotswa is 11.3h.

January, October and November, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Ramotswa, Botswana.

In Ramotswa, Botswana, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's 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

31.5°C

31.3°C

30.9°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

11.4km/h

10.6km/h

9.8km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

12.9

13.2

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Ramotswa, Botswana

Average high temperature in January: 31.3°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are October, November and December (31.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (20.9°C).

Average low temperature in January: 21°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (21°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (7.7°C).

Average pressure in January
Ramotswa, Botswana

Average pressure in January: 1011.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1023.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.3mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Ramotswa, Botswana

Average wind speed in January: 9.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (6.4km/h).

Average humidity in January
Ramotswa, Botswana

Average humidity in January: 54%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (56%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (31%).

Average rainfall in January
Ramotswa, Botswana

Average rainfall in January: 52mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (52mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Ramotswa, Botswana

Average rainfall days in January: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.5 days).

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

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: 11h and 18min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are May, June and July (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Ramotswa, Botswana

Average sunshine days in January: 12.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (29.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and December (12.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Ramotswa, Botswana

Average UV index in January: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, October and November (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in January
Ramotswa, Botswana

Average cloud cover in January: 25

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 25).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in January
Ramotswa, 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).