January weather forecast
Pontian Besar, Malaysia

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another warm winter month in Pontian Besar, Malaysia, with an average temperature varying between 29.8°C (85.6°F) and 24.4°C (75.9°F).

Temperature

Pontian Besar witnesses its lowest temperatures during January and December, when the average high-temperature reaches 29.8°C (85.6°F).

Heat index

January's average heat index is estimated at a fiery hot 37°C (98.6°F). Implement more safety precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may happen. Persistent activity could induce heatstroke.
Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Considering the impact of direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Children regularly disregard the necessity to rest and replenish fluids. Thirst is a late symptom of dehydration - thus, maintaining hydration, particularly during long-lasting 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. Under conditions of high relative humidity, the rate of evaporation decreases. This results in the body retaining more heat than under conditions of dry air. When heat gain exceeds the level the body can remove, body temperature begins to rise, and heat-related illnesses and disorders may develop.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Pontian Besar is 80%.

Rainfall

In Pontian Besar, Malaysia, in January, during 22.7 rainfall days, 115mm (4.53") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Pontian Besar, during the entire year, the rain falls for 290.4 days and collects up to 1179mm (46.42") of precipitation.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Pontian Besar is 12h and 3min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 7:21 pm +08.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Pontian Besar is 7.4h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Pontian Besar. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Pontian Besar. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 7 in January suggests the following recommendations:
Shield from overexposure. Defense against sun-related harm is required. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Pontian Besar?

Temperatures in Pontian Besar, Malaysia, reach their minimum during January and December, recording an average high-temperature of 29.8°C (85.6°F).

How hot is January in Pontian Besar?

The high-temperature, in January, in Pontian Besar, records 29.8°C (85.6°F), while the low-temperature is 24.4°C (75.9°F). In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 37°C (98.6°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Pontian Besar?

In January, the average relative humidity in Pontian Besar is 80%.

How much does it rain in Pontian Besar in January?

In Pontian Besar, Malaysia, during January, the rain falls for 22.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 115mm (4.53") of precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in January in Pontian Besar?

The average day length in January is 12h and 3min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Pontian Besar?

On the first day of January in Pontian Besar, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 7:21 pm +08.

How many hours of sunshine does Pontian Besar have in January?

In Pontian Besar, the average sunshine duration in January is 7.4h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Pontian Besar?

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Pontian Besar.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Pontian Besar?

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Pontian Besar, Malaysia.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Pontian Besar?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Pontian Besar is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in January
Pontian Besar, Malaysia

Average temperature in January - Pontian Besar, Malaysia
  • Average high temperature in January: 29.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (31.5°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and December (29.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 24.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (26.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (24.3°C).

Average pressure in January
Pontian Besar, Malaysia

Average pressure in January - Pontian Besar, Malaysia
  • Average pressure in January: 1010.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1008.5mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Pontian Besar, Malaysia

Average wind speed in January - Pontian Besar, Malaysia
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (6.3km/h).

Average humidity in January
Pontian Besar, Malaysia

Average humidity in January - Pontian Besar, Malaysia
  • Average humidity in January: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Pontian Besar, Malaysia

Average rainfall in January - Pontian Besar, Malaysia
  • Average rainfall in January: 115mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (161mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (52mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Pontian Besar, Malaysia

Average rainfall days in January - Pontian Besar, Malaysia
  • Average rainfall days in January: 22.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (28.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (19.4 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Pontian Besar, Malaysia

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Pontian Besar, Malaysia
  • Average daylight in January: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 8h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Pontian Besar, Malaysia

Average sunshine days in January - Pontian Besar, Malaysia
  • Average sunshine days in January: 7.4 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and February (7.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (1.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Pontian Besar, Malaysia

Average UV index in January - Pontian Besar, Malaysia
  • Average UV index in January: 7

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

Average cloud cover in January
Pontian Besar, Malaysia

Average cloud cover in January - Pontian Besar, Malaysia
  • Average cloud cover in January: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are November and December (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and September (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in January
Pontian Besar, Malaysia

Average visibility in January - Pontian Besar, Malaysia
  • 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).

Pontian Besar, Malaysia

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