January weather forecast
Péléa, French Guiana

January, the same as December, is another warm winter month in Péléa, French Guiana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 20.8°C (69.4°F) and 29.7°C (85.5°F).

Temperature

An average high-temperature of a warm 29.7°C (85.5°F) marks January, exhibiting a close resemblance to the conditions in December. Péléa's temperature in January lowers to a consistent average of 20.8°C (69.4°F) during the nights.

Heat index

In January, the average heat index is estimated at a sweltering 39°C (102.2°F). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Keep in mind the heat index values are meant for areas in shade and with light wind. Heat index values might soar by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with exposure to direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Children frequently underestimate the importance of resting and drinking fluids. Thirst is a symptom of advanced dehydration - hence the need to hydrate regularly, especially during protracted physical exercises.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. When heat gain exceeds the level the body can remove, body temperature begins to rise, and heat-related illnesses and disorders may develop.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 87%.

Rainfall

In Péléa, in January, during 26.8 rainfall days, 86mm (3.39") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Péléa, French Guiana, there are 265.5 rainfall days, and 1078mm (42.44") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 18:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 18:49 -03.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Péléa, French Guiana, is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 5 in January leads to these guidelines:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.