January weather forecast
Kangar, Malaysia

Fluctuating between temperatures of 23.3°C (73.9°F) and 30.3°C (86.5°F), January in Kangar, Malaysia paints a portrait of warmth and humidity. This month takes an interesting turn with afternoons filled with radiant sunshine countered by drizzly evenings. The city pulsates with the rhythm of the monsoon, creating a melange of sunlight and pattering rainshowers. A characteristic feature of January is the blend of balmy sea breezes accompanying this meteorological interplay. Gusts of wind, reaching up to 18.3km/h (11.4mph), add to this delightful dance between warm sunbeams and light moisture.

Temperature

The transition into January is marked with an average high-temperature of a tropical 30.3°C (86.5°F), showing an insignificant shift from December's 29.7°C (85.5°F). Kangar, in the month of January, anticipates a consistent average low-temperature of 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Heat index

During January, the heat index is appraised at a torrid 38°C (100.4°F). Incorporate extra safety measures to avoid heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Continuous activity could provoke heatstroke.
Be aware that heat index ratings are designed for shaded locations and minor breezes. Heat index values may be hiked up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
The human body has a built-in cooling mechanism through perspiration; evaporating sweat dissipates the excess heat. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. Rising body temperatures due to excess heat retention could signify impending heat disorders.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Kangar is 78%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 16 days. Throughout January, 64mm (2.52") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 258.5 rainfall days, and 1368mm (53.86") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Kangar, the average length of the day in January is 11h and 48min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 7:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 7:27 pm +08.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 8.8h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 7 in January transforms into the following instructions:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.