January weather forecastSarava, Fiji

Weather in January

Setting the stage for the year, January sees the highest average relative humidity of 81%. The first month of the year presents considerable rainfall, but maintains pleasant visibility. The ubiquitous cloud cover doesn't keep the UV index at bay, cautioning visitors to keep their sunscreen handy. The consistent wind speed throughout the month aids in easing the humidity, making the weather in January relatively pleasant.

Temperature

Sarava starts January with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.1°C (84.4°F), a minor shift from December's 27.9°C (82.2°F). In Sarava, the average low-temperature during January nights tends to settle at a still warm 24.9°C (76.8°F), indicating a slight drop from the daytime peak.

Heat index

The heat index value during January is evaluated at a very hot 35°C (95°F). Ensure extra safety steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Long activity might lead to heatstroke.
The heat index's values are generally associated with conditions in shade and light breezes. Heat index values have the potential to be boosted by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', shows a temperature sensation when both heat and moisture conditions are combined. 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 individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
In response to overheating, the human body perspires to cool down, mainly through the evaporation of sweat. When air moisture content is high, the cooling process through evaporation is not as efficient, leading to an ineffective body cooling process and a feeling of overheating. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are January, February and July, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 27.5 days and accumulates 219mm (8.62") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January 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

With an average of 9h of sunshine, January has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 during January translates into the following recommendations:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. 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. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.