January weather forecastMapotu, Lesotho
January
Weather in January
January, like December, in Mapotu, Lesotho, is another warm summer month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28°C (82.4°F) and 16.7°C (62.1°F).Temperature
January brings the highest temperatures, with an average high of 28°C (82.4°F) and an average low of 16.7°C (62.1°F).Heat index
During January, the heat index is appraised at 28°C (82.4°F). Ongoing exposure and activity could lead to a state of exhaustion, with a chance of heat cramps.The metrics for the heat index are tailored for both shady environments and light winds. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. The influence of weather is personal, differing among a variety of individuals based on differences in body mass, stature, and the level of physical activity. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.
Humidity
In January, the average relative humidity is 50%.Rainfall
In Mapotu, during January, the rain falls for 16.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 69mm (2.72") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 107.2 rainfall days, and 417mm (16.42") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Mapotu, snow does not fall in January through May, July through December.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day is 13h and 48min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:14 and sunset at 19:14. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 19:09 SAST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in January is 11.6h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during January translates into the following recommendations:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Mapotu, Lesotho
- Average high temperature in January: 28°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (28°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (14.7°C).
- Average low temperature in January: 16.7°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is January (16.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (3.1°C).
Average pressure in January
Mapotu, Lesotho
- Average pressure in January: 1013mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1025.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1012.9mbar).
Average wind speed in January
Mapotu, Lesotho
- Average wind speed in January: 10.7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (13.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (8.1km/h).
Average humidity in January
Mapotu, Lesotho
- Average humidity in January: 50%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and April (55%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (33%).
Average rainfall in January
Mapotu, Lesotho
- Average rainfall in January: 69mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (72mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (6mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Mapotu, Lesotho
- Average rainfall days in January: 16.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (3 days).
Average snowfall in January
Mapotu, Lesotho
- Average snowfall in January: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is June (2mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).
Average snowfall days in January
Mapotu, Lesotho
- Average snowfall days in January: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is June (0.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Mapotu, Lesotho
- Average daylight in January: 13h and 48min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in January: 11h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in January
Mapotu, Lesotho
- Average sunshine days in January: 11.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (27.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (11.4 days).
Average UV index in January
Mapotu, Lesotho
- Average UV index in January: 6
The months with the highest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in January
Mapotu, Lesotho
- Average cloud cover in January: 18
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 8).
Average visibility in January
Mapotu, Lesotho
- 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).
