January weather forecastTenom, Malaysia

January weather for Tenom, Malaysia: January, like December, in Tenom, Malaysia, is a moderately hot winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 28.6°C (83.5°F) and an average low of 19.9°C (67.8°F). January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Tenom, Malaysia.

January

Weather in January

January, like December, in Tenom, Malaysia, is a moderately hot winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 28.6°C (83.5°F) and an average low of 19.9°C (67.8°F).

Temperature

In Tenom, the lowest temperatures are generally noted in January, averaging a high of 28.6°C (83.5°F) and a low of 19.9°C (67.8°F).

Heat index

The heat index for January is calculated to be a fiery hot 35°C (95°F). Adopt heightened preventive measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Persistent activity could lead to heatstroke.
From a standpoint of the heat index, values pertain to shaded conditions and mild breezes. When under direct sunshine, the heat index may be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is a value derived by merging air temperature with the humidity to convey how the climate feels. Additional elements encompassing metabolic differences, the degree of physical activity, and attire can impact the individual's perception of temperature. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.
When temperatures rise, the human body turns to perspiration, using the cooling power of evaporating sweat. When relative humidity is heightened, it slows the rate of evaporation, thereby decreasing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a sensation of overheating. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.

Humidity

In Tenom, the average relative humidity in January is 86%.

Rainfall

In Tenom, in January, it is raining for 28.3 days, with typically 187mm (7.36") of accumulated precipitation. In Tenom, during the entire year, the rain falls for 336.4 days and collects up to 2152mm (84.72") of precipitation.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 11h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 6:14 pm. On the last day of January, in Tenom, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 6:26 pm +08.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 6.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. The months with the lowest UV index in Tenom are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.

Frequently asked questions

With average high and low temperatures of 28.6°C (83.5°F) and 19.9°C (67.8°F) respectively, January is Tenom's coldest month.

The high-temperature during January is 28.6°C (83.5°F) and the low-temperature is 19.9°C (67.8°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in January is calculated to be 35°C (95°F).

In January, the average relative humidity is 86%.

In January, in Tenom, Malaysia, the rain falls for 28.3 days. Throughout January, 187mm (7.36") of precipitation is accumulated.

In January, the average day length is 11h and 52min.

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 6:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 6:26 pm +08.

In Tenom, Malaysia, the average sunshine duration in January is 6.6h.

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Tenom, Malaysia.

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

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Tenom, Malaysia

  • Average high temperature in January: 28.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (30.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 19.9°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are October and November (20.5°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and March (19.6°C).

Average pressure in January
Tenom, Malaysia

  • Average pressure in January: 1010.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1009.5mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Tenom, Malaysia

  • Average wind speed in January: 4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (4.1km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are April, May, June and November (3.6km/h).

Average humidity in January
Tenom, Malaysia

  • Average humidity in January: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is November (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (82%).

Average rainfall in January
Tenom, Malaysia

  • Average rainfall in January: 187mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (228mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (119mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Tenom, Malaysia

  • Average rainfall days in January: 28.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (29.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (24 days).

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

  • Average daylight in January: 11h and 54min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h and 36min

The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 8h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Tenom, Malaysia

  • Average sunshine days in January: 1.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (2.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (0.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Tenom, Malaysia

  • Average UV index in January: 6

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

Average cloud cover in January
Tenom, Malaysia

  • Average cloud cover in January: 60

The months with the most cloud cover are January, April and December (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 48).

Average visibility in January
Tenom, Malaysia

  • Average visibility in January: 7km

The month with the highest visibility is August (8km).
The month with the lowest visibility is April (6km).