January weather forecastLangima, Mozambique

Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another warm summer month in Langima, Mozambique, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29.8°C (85.6°F) and an average low of 25.9°C (78.6°F).

Temperature

The initiation of January sees an average high-temperature of a warm 29.8°C (85.6°F), showing minor variations from the previous month. Langima records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 25.9°C (78.6°F) in January, slightly lower than the daytime high.

Heat index

During January, the heat index is evaluated at a sweltering 37°C (98.6°F). Greater safety measures are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Continuous activity might trigger heatstroke.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Children frequently underestimate the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - thus, it is vital to stay hydrated, particularly during lengthy physical exercises.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. Increased relative humidity interferes with body cooling by slowing the rate of evaporation, resulting in a slower body cooling rate and a heightened feeling of heat. The body is at risk of dehydration and related complications when it fails to shed excessive heat.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 25.3 days. Throughout January, 271mm (10.67") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Langima, there are 157.3 rainfall days, and 1047mm (41.22") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Langima is 12h and 47min.
On the first day of January in Langima, sunrise is at 04:57 and sunset at 17:49. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:13 and sunset at 17:53 CAT.

Sunshine

With an average of 7.8h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Langima, Mozambique.

UV index

January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Langima. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests these recommendations:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.