January weather forecastTonota, Botswana

January

Weather in January

January weather in Tonota, Botswana is typically warm. The beginning of the year features high humidity levels and abundant rainfall. Consistently generous patterns of rainfall define this month, with an ample supply of 61mm (2.4") over approximately 14 days. Light breezes characterize the wind conditions, while January also sees an average array of daylight hours, offering neither the longest nor the shortest days of the year. While January showers contribute to a richer, greener landscape, the temperatures remain comfortably warm.

Temperature

Tonota's January showcases an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.1°C (86.2°F), hardly distinct from December's 31.1°C (88°F). Tonota experiences a steady low-temperature of 19.9°C (67.8°F) throughout January.

Heat index

The heat index for January is appraised at a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
One should be cognizant that the heat index values are tailored for shaded spots and mild winds. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is a fusion of air temperature and moisture levels to demonstrate the sensation of heat. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. 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 extremely significant 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 in Tonota is 61%.

Rainfall

In Tonota, Botswana, during January, the rain falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 61mm (2.4") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 76.8 rainfall days, and 284mm (11.18") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Tonota is 13h and 16min.
On the first day of January in Tonota, Botswana, sunrise is at 05:30 and sunset at 18:55. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 18:55 CAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 10.7h.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Tonota is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 in January translates into this advice:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.

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

An average high-temperature, in January, in Tonota, is 30.1°C (86.2°F) and the average low-temperature is 19.9°C (67.8°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in January is appraised at 33°C (91.4°F).

In Tonota, the average relative humidity in January is 61%.

In Tonota, Botswana, in January, during 14.3 rainfall days, 61mm (2.4") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

The average day length in January in Tonota, Botswana, is 13h and 16min.

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:30 and sunset at 18:55. On the last day of the month, in Tonota, Botswana, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 18:55 CAT.

In Tonota, Botswana, the average sunshine duration in January is 10.7h.

In Tonota, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk 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

31.1°C

30.1°C

29.8°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

15.4km/h

15.5km/h

15.1km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

14.5

13.1

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

29%

32%

Average visibility

10km

Average temperature in January
Tonota, Botswana

Average high temperature in January: 30.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (32.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (22.2°C).

Average low temperature in January: 19.9°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 (9.4°C).

Average pressure in January
Tonota, Botswana

Average pressure in January: 1011.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1023mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.3mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Tonota, Botswana

Average wind speed in January: 14.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (17km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (11.5km/h).

Average humidity in January
Tonota, Botswana

Average humidity in January: 61%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (62%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (34%).

Average rainfall in January
Tonota, Botswana

Average rainfall in January: 61mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (84mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Tonota, Botswana

Average rainfall days in January: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.4 days).

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

Average daylight in January: 13h and 18min

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 42min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Tonota, Botswana

Average sunshine days in January: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Tonota, Botswana

Average UV index in January: 6

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

Average cloud cover in January
Tonota, Botswana

Average cloud cover in January: 32

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 32).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in January
Tonota, 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).