January weather forecastThamaga, Botswana

January

Weather in January

January in Thamaga, Botswana experiences highest temperatures ranging from 20.3°C (68.5°F) to 30.6°C (87.1°F) making it particularly warmer than the preceding December. The skies are moderately clouded with slightly increased precipitation. A mild wind offers a welcome respite from the heat, providing residents with a comfortable, albeit warm, weather. January indicates the arrival of the local wet season, with the potential for sporadic rainstorms.

Temperature

The advent of January brings an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.6°C (87.1°F), almost identical to the preceding month. Thamaga observes an average nighttime low-temperature of 20.3°C (68.5°F) during the month of January.

Heat index

The heat index value for January is computed to be a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Implement more safety precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may happen. Persistent activity could induce heatstroke.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. If directly exposed to the sun, the heat index could rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is an amalgamation of air temperature and humidity to express the equivalent perceived temperature. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Kids frequently fail to realize the necessity for resting and hydrating. Thirst is an advanced indication of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, especially during extended physical activities, becomes essential.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 54%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 14.6 days and typically aggregates up to 67mm (2.64") of precipitation.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Thamaga, Botswana, is 13h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:31 and sunset at 19:10. On the last day of January, in Thamaga, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 19:08 CAT.

Sunshine

In Thamaga, the average sunshine in January is 11.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during January leads to these instructions:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.

Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 30.6°C (87.1°F) and 20.3°C (68.5°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in January is computed to be 33°C (91.4°F).

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

January is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14.6 days and accumulates 67mm (2.64") of precipitation.

In Thamaga, in January, it is raining for 14.6 days, with typically 67mm (2.64") of accumulated precipitation.

In Thamaga, the average day length in January is 13h and 28min.

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:31 and sunset at 19:10. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 19:08 CAT.

In Thamaga, the average sunshine duration in January is 11.3h.

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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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

31.1°C

30.6°C

30.3°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

12.9km/h

12.1km/h

11.3km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

10.5

13.1

13.4

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Thamaga, Botswana

Average high temperature in January: 30.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (31.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (20.5°C).

Average low temperature in January: 20.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (20.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (7.4°C).

Average pressure in January
Thamaga, Botswana

Average pressure in January: 1011.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1023.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.1mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Thamaga, Botswana

Average wind speed in January: 10.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (13.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (8km/h).

Average humidity in January
Thamaga, 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 (29%).

Average rainfall in January
Thamaga, Botswana

Average rainfall in January: 67mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (67mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Thamaga, Botswana

Average rainfall days in January: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.2 days).

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

Average daylight in January: 13h and 30min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 36min).
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
Thamaga, Botswana

Average sunshine days in January: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (10.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Thamaga, Botswana

Average UV index in January: 6

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

Average cloud cover in January
Thamaga, 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 4).

Average visibility in January
Thamaga, 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).