January weather forecastJerantut, Malaysia

January

Weather in January

January, like December, is another tropical winter month in Jerantut, Malaysia, with an average temperature varying between 21.2°C (70.2°F) and 30.1°C (86.2°F).

Temperature

During January and December, Jerantut registers its lowest temperatures, averaging a high of 30.1°C (86.2°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in January is computed to be a very hot 39°C (102.2°F). Incorporate additional preventive steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible. Long-lasting activity may cause heatstroke.
It is emphasized that the heat index's values are meant for shaded zones with mild winds. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. 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. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young ones often disregard the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst usually indicates advanced dehydration - hence, it is key to stay hydrated, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
To achieve cooling, the human body employs perspiration, relying on the subsequent evaporation of sweat. When relative humidity is at high levels, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to keep more heat than it would in less humid conditions. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.

Humidity

In Jerantut, the average relative humidity in January is 84%.

Rainfall

In Jerantut, in January, it is raining for 25 days, with typically 118mm (4.65") of accumulated precipitation. In Jerantut, during the entire year, the rain falls for 307.3 days and collects up to 1658mm (65.28") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Jerantut, the average length of the day in January is 11h and 55min.
On the first day of January in Jerantut, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 7:22 pm +08.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Jerantut is 6.4h.

UV index

January, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
Enforce precautions and stick to sun safety measures. Preservation from skin and eye damage is essential. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.

Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Jerantut's temperatures tend to hit their minimum during January and December, with an average high-temperature of 30.1°C (86.2°F).

In January, in Jerantut, the average high-temperature is 30.1°C (86.2°F), and the average low-temperature is 21.2°C (70.2°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in January is computed to be 39°C (102.2°F).

In Jerantut, Malaysia, the average relative humidity in January is 84%.

In Jerantut, Malaysia, in January, during 25 rainfall days, 118mm (4.65") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Jerantut, the average day length in January is 11h and 55min.

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 7:22 pm +08.

In Jerantut, the average sunshine duration in January is 6.4h.

January, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Jerantut, Malaysia.

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Jerantut, Malaysia, is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Year January F M A M J J A S O N D

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Feb

Average high temperature

30.1°C

31.8°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

4.1km/h

4.5km/h

4.4km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

0.9

3.7

6.6

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Jerantut, Malaysia

Average high temperature in January: 30.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (33.5°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and December (30.1°C).

Average low temperature in January: 21.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (22.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (21°C).

Average pressure in January
Jerantut, Malaysia

Average pressure in January: 1011mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (1011mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1008.9mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Jerantut, Malaysia

Average wind speed in January: 4.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (4.1km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are April and May (2.8km/h).

Average humidity in January
Jerantut, Malaysia

Average humidity in January: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (79%).

Average rainfall in January
Jerantut, Malaysia

Average rainfall in January: 118mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (231mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (81mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Jerantut, Malaysia

Average rainfall days in January: 25 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (29.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (19.8 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Jerantut, Malaysia

Average daylight in January: 11h and 54min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 54min).

Average sunshine in January: 6h and 24min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Jerantut, Malaysia

Average sunshine days in January: 3.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (6.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (0.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Jerantut, Malaysia

Average UV index in January: 6

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