January weather forecast
Jerantut, Malaysia

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.