January weather forecast
Gopeng, Malaysia

January, like December, in Gopeng, Malaysia, is another warm winter month, with an average temperature ranging between min 20.1°C (68.2°F) and max 29.2°C (84.6°F).

Temperature

Entering January, Gopeng's average high-temperature reads a still moderately hot 29.2°C (84.6°F), indicating a close resemblance to the previous month's climate. During January, Gopeng records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 20.1°C (68.2°F).

Heat index

In January, the heat index is calculated to be a torrid 36°C (96.8°F). Heightened precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. Exposure to unobstructed sunshine could lead to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Children often miss understanding the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst usually appears late during dehydration - therefore, maintaining hydration, particularly during long physical activities, is essential.
The innate cooling system of the human body revolves around perspiration, with the evaporation of sweat being central to this process. An increase in relative humidity hinders the body's normal cooling function by reducing evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of body cooling and enhancing the sense of warmth. Excessive heat gain, when not shed effectively by the body, can result in increasing body temperatures and related hazards.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 26.8 days. Throughout January, 160mm (6.3") of precipitation is accumulated. In Gopeng, during the entire year, the rain falls for 329.7 days and collects up to 2674mm (105.28") of precipitation.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Gopeng is 11h and 54min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 7:14 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 7:26 pm +08.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 7.4h.

UV index

January through March, May, August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Gopeng. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 in January translates into this advice:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.