January weather forecast
Mueda, Mozambique

Compared to Mueda's overall climate norms, January brings in the new year with sweltering warmth and higher humidity levels. In this month, a high average temperature of 30.1°C (86.2°F) pairs with a 25.2°C (77.4°F) nightly low. Additionally, rain makes frequent appearances, making it one of the rainiest months of the year. The month is also characterized by its relative humidity of 81%, which can feel quite muggy and warm. As February approaches, residents might expect a tad cooler temperatures and slight respite from the rains.

Temperature

January commences with an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.1°C (86.2°F), showing little deviation from December's 30.9°C (87.6°F). During the January nights, Mueda's temperature maintains an average close to the daytime highs, settling at a warm 25.2°C (77.4°F).

Heat index

For most parts of January, the heat index is computed to be a sweltering 38°C (100.4°F). Preventive measures are required to mitigate the risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Continuous activity may precipitate heatstroke.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is an indicator that blends the effects of temperature and humidity to depict perceived warmth. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
Sweat evaporation, driven by perspiration, is the method the human body uses to rid itself of excessive warmth. Greater relative humidity lessens the rate of evaporation, thus decreasing the body's heat dispersal, which gives rise to a sensation of overheating. As the body gains more heat than it can dissipate, there's a risk of increasing temperatures and resultant overheating.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 81%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 25.8 days and typically aggregates up to 250mm (9.84") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Mueda is 12h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:01 and sunset at 17:48. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 05:16 and sunset at 17:53 CAT.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 7.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In January, the UV index of 7 transforms into the following advice:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.