January weather forecastTaha'a, French Polynesia

A ship approaching the TahaA ship approaching the Taha'a Island in French Polynesia, under the dramatic sky of the early morning

January

Weather in January

January begins the year on a relatively warm note in Taha'a, French Polynesia. Despite overcast skies, temperatures usually range between 27.2°C (81°F) and 28.1°C (82.6°F). There's plenty of sunlight available, with nine hours of sunshine per day as well as good visibility, ensuring excellent conditions for sightseeing or beach lounging. Frequent showers are typical, with January recording 167mm (6.57") of rainfall spread out over some 25 days. Fresh breezes blow in often, adding a touch of salt air to the warm tropical weather.

Temperature

January denotes a minimal variation in the average high-temperature to a still moderately hot 28.1°C (82.6°F) from December's 27.8°C (82°F). January nights in Taha'a reflect a consistent temperature dip to a still moderately hot 27.2°C (81°F), a slight descent from daytime peaks.

Heat index

The heat index value during January is estimated at a tropical 32°C (89.6°F). A sense of exhaustion might occur with extended exposure and activity, potentially causing heat cramps.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Taha'a are January through April, June and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In Taha'a, French Polynesia, in January, it is raining for 25.2 days, with typically 167mm (6.57") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Taha'a, there are 272 rainfall days, and 1227mm (48.31") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In January, the average sea temperature in Taha'a is 28°C (82.4°F).
Note: Ideal surface water temperatures for any water activity fall between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F), offering maximum enjoyment for lengthened periods.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 12h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 18:42. On the last day of January, in Taha'a, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 18:44 -10.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 9.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Taha'a are January and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 6 in January suggests the following recommendations:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation is accentuated by reflecting off sand and water.

Frequently asked questions

In January, in Taha'a, the average high-temperature is 28.1°C (82.6°F), and the average low-temperature is 27.2°C (81°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in January is estimated at 32°C (89.6°F).

The months with the lowest humidity in Taha'a, French Polynesia, are January through April, June and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

In January, the average relative humidity in Taha'a, French Polynesia, is 76%.

In Taha'a, French Polynesia, during January, the rain falls for 25.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 167mm (6.57") of precipitation.

In Taha'a, French Polynesia, the average seawater temperature in January is 28°C (82.4°F). For any water activity, surface water temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are considered as excellent and extremely pleasant for lengthened periods.

The average day length in January in Taha'a, French Polynesia, is 12h and 59min.

On the first day of January in Taha'a, French Polynesia, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 18:42. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 18:44 -10.

In Taha'a, French Polynesia, the average sunshine duration in January is 9.2h.

The months with the lowest UV index in Taha'a are January and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

In Taha'a, French Polynesia, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Taha'a, French Polynesia

  • Average high temperature in January: 28.1°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are March and April (28.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (25.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 27.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (27.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (25°C).

Average pressure in January
Taha'a, French Polynesia

  • Average pressure in January: 1010.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1014.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1010.5mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Taha'a, French Polynesia

  • Average wind speed in January: 20.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (25.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (17.8km/h).

Average humidity in January
Taha'a, French Polynesia

  • Average humidity in January: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is November (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, March, April, June and December (76%).

Average rainfall in January
Taha'a, French Polynesia

  • Average rainfall in January: 167mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (190mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (42mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Taha'a, French Polynesia

  • Average rainfall days in January: 25.2 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are January and December (25.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (20.3 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Taha'a, French Polynesia

  • Average sea temperature in January: 28°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are February, March and April (29°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (26°C).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Taha'a, French Polynesia

  • Average daylight in January: 13h and 0min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 9h and 12min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Taha'a, French Polynesia

  • Average sunshine days in January: 4.7 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and August (4.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are March and April (3.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Taha'a, French Polynesia

  • Average UV index in January: 6

The months with the highest UV index are February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and August (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in January
Taha'a, French Polynesia

  • Average cloud cover in January: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are January and August (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 41).

Average visibility in January
Taha'a, French Polynesia

  • 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).