January weather forecast
Sumput, Indonesia

January, like December, is a hot summer month in Sumput, Indonesia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 30.2°C (86.4°F) and an average low of 23.6°C (74.5°F).

Temperature

The dawn of January sees an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.2°C (86.4°F), subtly contrasting with December's 31.5°C (88.7°F). The average temperature drops to a moderately hot 23.6°C (74.5°F) during the night in the month of January.

Heat index

In January, the average heat index is calculated to be a very hot 39°C (102.2°F). Ensure heightened precautions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Sustained activity could provoke heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is the result of factoring in humidity to the air temperature, indicating perceived warmth. This effect is personal, influenced by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, shaped by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic variations. One should be aware that direct sunshine can amplify the perceived temperature, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
To achieve cooling, the human body employs perspiration, relying on the subsequent evaporation of sweat. Greater relative humidity lessens the rate of evaporation, thus decreasing the body's heat dispersal, which gives rise to a sensation of overheating. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In Sumput, during January, the rain falls for 30.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 261mm (10.28") of precipitation. In Sumput, Indonesia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 218.3 days and collects up to 1409mm (55.47") of precipitation.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 12h and 29min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:16 and sunset at 17:49. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:29 and sunset at 17:55 WIB.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 7.1h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and March, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in January leads to these recommendations:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. 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. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.