January weather forecastTaravai, French Polynesia

January

Weather in January

The year begins in Taravai, French Polynesia, with a balmy atmosphere that is typical of the tropical region. The average daytime temperature of 26.2°C (79.2°F) and a low of 25.3°C (77.5°F) set the stage for a warm start to the year. The surrounding ocean plays a significant role in providing an elevated level of humidity. With wind speeds reaching up to 20.3km/h (12.6mph) and gusts even higher at 27.8km/h (17.3mph), local and visitors can expect a gentle breeze that offers relief from the warmth. It is a good time for outdoor activities, as visibility is often at a maximum of 10km (6.2mi).

Temperature

Taravai's entry into January measures an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 26.2°C (79.2°F), closely parallel to the preceding month. In Taravai, the nocturnal temperatures throughout January show a marginal dip from the daytime averages, settling at a still warm 25.3°C (77.5°F).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Taravai is 77%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 24.5 days and accumulates 119mm (4.69") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Taravai, the average length of the day in January is 13h and 22min.
On the first day of January in Taravai, sunrise is at 05:17 and sunset at 18:49. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 18:48 -09.

Sunshine

In Taravai, the average sunshine in January is 9.5h.

UV index

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Taravai. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 7 during January translates into the following directions:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.

Frequently asked questions

In January, in Taravai, the average high-temperature is 26.2°C (79.2°F), and the average low-temperature is 25.3°C (77.5°F).

The average relative humidity in January is 77%.

January is the month with the most rainfall in Taravai, French Polynesia. Rain falls for 24.5 days and accumulates 119mm (4.69") of precipitation.

In January, the rain falls for 24.5 days. Throughout January, 119mm (4.69") of precipitation is accumulated.

The average day length in January in Taravai, French Polynesia, is 13h and 22min.

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:17 and sunset at 18:49. On the last day of the month, in Taravai, French Polynesia, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 18:48 -09.

The average sunshine duration in January in Taravai, French Polynesia, is 9.5h.

The months with the highest UV index in Taravai are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Taravai, French Polynesia

  • Average high temperature in January: 26.2°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are February and March (26.8°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are August and September (22.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 25.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (25.9°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are August and September (21.4°C).

Average pressure in January
Taravai, French Polynesia

  • Average pressure in January: 1014.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1018.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1014.8mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Taravai, French Polynesia

  • Average wind speed in January: 19.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (25km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (19.6km/h).

Average humidity in January
Taravai, French Polynesia

  • Average humidity in January: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are October, November and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (75%).

Average rainfall in January
Taravai, French Polynesia

  • Average rainfall in January: 119mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (119mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are August and September (51mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Taravai, French Polynesia

  • Average rainfall days in January: 24.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (24.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (15.3 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Taravai, French Polynesia

  • Average daylight in January: 13h and 24min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 9h and 30min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Taravai, French Polynesia

  • Average sunshine days in January: 3.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (9.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (3.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Taravai, French Polynesia

  • Average UV index in January: 7

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

Average cloud cover in January
Taravai, French Polynesia

  • Average cloud cover in January: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are October and November (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 41).

Average visibility in January
Taravai, 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).