January weather forecast
Nausori, Fiji

January brings warmth and humidity to Nausori, Fiji. The start of the year is characterized by high temperatures and torrential rains. The weather in January proves extreme, with maximum temperatures reaching up to 28.1°C (82.6°F) and the city being showered by rainfall of 238mm (9.37"). In comparison, the weather in the following month of February offers similar conditions, continuing the trend of high humidity and temperatures. On windier days, residents can expect moderate breezes.

Temperature

Nausori's average high-temperature in January is a still moderately hot 28.1°C (82.6°F), marking an insignificant difference from the 27.3°C (81.1°F) of December. Nighttime temperature sees a small decrement from daytime highs, dipping to an average of 26.7°C (80.1°F) during January.

Heat index

The heat index value during January is estimated at a hot 32°C (89.6°F). Exhaustion is likely with prolonged exposure and activity. Sustaining activity may result in heat cramps.
Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions 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 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. It is noteworthy to mention that direct sunlight exposure can augment the felt temperature, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. 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

In Nausori, the average relative humidity in January is 79%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the most rainfall in Nausori. Rain falls for 26.8 days and accumulates 238mm (9.37") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Nausori, Fiji, is 13h and 4min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 18:44. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 18:46 +12.

Sunshine

January has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 9.5h of sunshine.

UV index

January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Nausori. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 7 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Shield from overexposure. Defense against sun-related harm is required. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.