January weather forecast
Mabalane, Mozambique

Mabalane, Mozambique kicks off the year with temperature highs reaching up to 31.8°C (89.2°F). The intervening cooler period from December sees this month holding steady, maintaining the subtropical climate of the region. The humidity levels and rainfall remain significantly high, contributing to the heavy cloud cover. Despite this, the area experiences ample sunshine hours, offering a balance to the climate. On particularly gusty days, winds can reach up to 17.2km/h (10.7mph).

Temperature

The arrival of January brings an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.8°C (89.2°F), subtly diverging from December's 32.7°C (90.9°F). January nights observe an average temperature dip to an agreeable 22.5°C (72.5°F).

Heat index

In January, the average heat index is computed to be a blistering 41°C (105.8°F). Implement more safety precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may happen. Persistent activity could induce heatstroke.
Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. Direct exposure to sun rays can potentially augment the heat sensation, elevating the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Juveniles are regularly less conscious of the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a tardy symptom of dehydration - hydration, especially during lengthy physical activities, should be maintained.
Sweat evaporation plays a crucial role in cooling the human body, a process enabled by perspiration. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Increasing body temperatures can be a precursor to dehydration if the body can't shed the extra heat.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 73%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 19.9 days and accumulates 87mm (3.43") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 13h and 25min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:05 and sunset at 18:40. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:26 and sunset at 18:38 CAT.

Sunshine

In Mabalane, the average sunshine in January is 8.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January, March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 7 translates into the following recommendations:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.