January weather forecast
Kep, Cambodia

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Weather in January

Kep, Cambodia greets the new year with warmth, despite January being considered winter for most of the northern hemisphere. The location's tropical climate ensures warm temperatures throughout the year, with January being no exception. Compared to the preceding month of December, January exhibits slightly warmer highs and lows in the temperatures. The rainfall decreases noticeably to 31mm (1.22"), providing a refreshing breather from the wet end of the year. Occasional drizzles bring a halt to the otherwise clear skies adorned with sunlight.

Temperature

The average high-temperature during January is a still moderately hot 29.8°C (85.6°F), almost matching the conditions of the preceding month. Throughout January, an average low-temperature of 23.3°C (73.9°F) is expected.

Heat index

January's mean heat index is evaluated at a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Implement heightened safety measures - risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is increased. Prolonged activity may result in heatstroke.
It is emphasized that the heat index's values are meant for shaded zones with mild winds. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Children often lack awareness of the importance of taking breaks and rehydrating. The feeling of thirst is a late indication of dehydration, so maintaining hydration, especially during long periods of physical activity, is critical.

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 69%, are the least humid months in Kep.

Rainfall

In Kep, in January, during 11.8 rainfall days, 31mm (1.22") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Kep, there are 246.3 rainfall days, and 1090mm (42.91") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Kep is 11h and 35min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 17:51. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:06 +07.

Sunshine

In Kep, the average sunshine in January is 8.1h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Kep. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 7 transforms into these recommendations:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Kep in January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Kep, is 29.8°C (85.6°F), while the average low-temperature is 23.3°C (73.9°F). In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 34°C (93.2°F).

What is the least humid month in Kep?

The months with the lowest humidity in Kep, Cambodia, are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

What is the average humidity in January in Kep?

The average relative humidity in January is 69%.

How many days does it rain in January in Kep?

In January, in Kep, Cambodia, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout January, 31mm (1.22") of precipitation is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Kep have in January?

The average day length in January in Kep, Cambodia, is 11h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Kep?

On the first day of January in Kep, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 17:51. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:06 +07.

How long on average sun shines in January in Kep?

The average sunshine duration in January is 8.1h.

When is the highest UV index in Kep?

The months with the highest UV index in Kep, Cambodia, are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Kep?

The months with the lowest UV index in Kep are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

How high is the UV index in January in Kep?

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

Average temperature in January
Kep, Cambodia

Average temperature in January - Kep, Cambodia
  • Average high temperature in January: 29.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (31.8°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are September and December (29.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 23.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (27.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.3°C).

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Average pressure in January
Kep, Cambodia

Average pressure in January - Kep, Cambodia
  • Average pressure in January: 1011.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.8mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and July (1007.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Kep, Cambodia

Average wind speed in January - Kep, Cambodia
  • Average wind speed in January: 11.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (15.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (9.5km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Kep, Cambodia

Average humidity in January - Kep, Cambodia
  • Average humidity in January: 69%

The months with the highest relative humidity are September and October (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (69%).

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Average rainfall in January
Kep, Cambodia

Average rainfall in January - Kep, Cambodia
  • Average rainfall in January: 31mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (161mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (22mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Kep, Cambodia

Average rainfall days in January - Kep, Cambodia
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (26.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.8 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Kep, Cambodia

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Kep, Cambodia
  • Average daylight in January: 11h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 8h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Kep, Cambodia

Average sunshine days in January - Kep, Cambodia
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (2.7 days).

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Average UV index in January
Kep, Cambodia

Average UV index in January - Kep, Cambodia
  • Average UV index in January: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).

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Average cloud cover in January
Kep, Cambodia

Average cloud cover in January - Kep, Cambodia
  • Average cloud cover in January: 27

The months with the most cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in January
Kep, Cambodia

Average visibility in January - Kep, Cambodia
  • 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).

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