January weather forecast
Dondo, Mozambique

Dondo, Mozambique displays a vibrant tropical climate in January that provides it with extremely warm temperatures and substantial rainfall. The highest temperatures come to the forefront during this month, touching a peak of nearly 32.2°C (90°F), thus providing the residents with warm and pleasant weather. There is no major shift in meteorological conditions as we move from December to January. However, the constant warmth makes outdoor activities enjoyable and convenient. As one would expect from a tropical climate region, the precipitation levels remain high, causing the city to be lush and green.

Temperature

Dondo registers an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.2°C (88.2°F) at the commencement of January, closely related to the preceding month. During January, Dondo sees a mean low-temperature of 23.6°C (74.5°F).

Heat index

During January, the heat index is evaluated at a blistering 41°C (105.8°F). Special measures are necessary to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity could result in heatstroke.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration, as evaporated sweat carries heat away from the body. In high relative humidity, the body's ability to evaporate heat is diminished, resulting in a heightened feeling of warmth. Potential thermal conditions emerge as the body's heat gain outpaces its cooling mechanisms.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 79%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 21.3 days and accumulates 138mm (5.43") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Dondo, the average length of the day in January is 13h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:05 and sunset at 18:23. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 05:24 and sunset at 18:23 CAT.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Dondo, Mozambique, is 10h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, a regular UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.