January weather forecastLa Penitence, Guyana

Weather in January

January, like December, in La Penitence, Guyana, is another warm winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29.3°C (84.7°F) and an average low of 21.8°C (71.2°F).

Temperature

January is the coldest month, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 29.3°C (84.7°F) and an average low of 21.8°C (71.2°F).

Heat index

Throughout January, the heat index is evaluated at a torrid 36°C (96.8°F). Exercise heightened safety, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may provoke heatstroke.
It is noted that heat index values are ascertained for locations in the shade and with gentle breezes. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', shows a temperature sensation when both heat and moisture conditions are combined. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Being aware that direct sunlight can impact the felt heat might mean an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young ones often underestimate the need for rest and rehydration. Thirst appears late in dehydration - hence, it is important to keep hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.
When the body gets too warm, it perspires, leading to sweat evaporation which cools it down. Increased relative humidity slows down evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of heat removal from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in La Penitence is 83%.

Rainfall

In La Penitence, in January, it is raining for 27.7 days, with typically 95mm (3.74") of accumulated precipitation. In La Penitence, Guyana, during the entire year, the rain falls for 312.9 days and collects up to 1254mm (49.37") of precipitation.

Daylight

In La Penitence, the average length of the day in January is 11h and 47min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 17:48. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 18:01 -04.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 6h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, May, June and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in La Penitence. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 6 during January translates into the following guidance:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.