January, like
December, is another tropical summer month in
Mossoró,
Brazil, with temperature in the range of an average low of 23.7°C (74.7°F) and an average high of 34.1°C (93.4°F).
Temperature
The arrival of January coincides with an average high-temperature of a still hot 34.1°C (93.4°F), indicating a minimal shift from December's 34.4°C (93.9°F). Mossoró experiences a mean temperature of 23.7°C (74.7°F) during January nights.
Heat index
January's average heat index is appraised at a life-threatening hot 46°C (114.8°F).
Observe: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke is on the horizon with prolonged exertion.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. Additional elements including metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and attire have a role in shaping the individual's temperature perception. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.
The innate cooling system of the human body revolves around perspiration, with the evaporation of sweat being central to this process. When relative humidity is heightened, it slows the rate of evaporation, thereby decreasing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a sensation of overheating. As the body accumulates more heat than it can release, body temperature goes up, increasing the risk of heat-related health issues.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in January in Mossoró is 67%.
Rainfall
In Mossoró, in January, 69mm (2.72") of precipitation is typically accumulated. During the entire year, Mossoró aggregates up to 788mm (31.02") of precipitation.
Daylight
The average length of the day in January is 12h and 23min.
On the first day of January in Mossoró, sunrise is at 05:20 and sunset at 17:45. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:32 and sunset at 17:52 -03.
Sunshine
In January, the average sunshine is 7.5h.