January weather forecast
Palma, Mozambique

January in Palma, Mozambique, is a time of warmth as tropical climates prevail. Relative humidity is high, making the air feel slightly sticky at times. Noticeable is that these months show some of the highest daily maximum temperature averages of up to 29.4°C (84.9°F). As January progresses, occasional downpours are common, with rainfall increasing. This is exemplified by the high wind gust speeds of 23.3km/h (14.5mph) that can, occasionally, accompany these showers.

Temperature

The transition into January shows a subtle variation to a warm 29.4°C (84.9°F) from December's 30.1°C (86.2°F) in the average high-temperature. Palma, during January nights, witnesses an average temperature marginally cooler than its daytime highs, at a still moderately hot 25.8°C (78.4°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during January is computed to be a torrid 36°C (96.8°F). Incorporate additional safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Long-term activity may induce heatstroke.
It is crucial to understand that heat index figures are for shade and gentle wind conditions. 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 'apparent temperature', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Children usually face more risks than adults as their ability to sweat is less. Additionally, their larger skin surface in relation to their petite bodies and higher heat output due to their activities increases their vulnerability.
The natural method the human body uses to remove excess heat is by perspiring and letting sweat evaporate. Under conditions of increased relative humidity, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to retain more heat than under less humid conditions. Excessive heat gain, when not shed effectively by the body, can result in increasing body temperatures and related hazards.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 80%.

Rainfall

In Palma, in January, it is raining for 23.3 days, with typically 168mm (6.61") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 191.4 rainfall days, and 898mm (35.35") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Palma is 12h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 04:59 and sunset at 17:43. On the last day of January, in Palma, sunrise is at 05:14 and sunset at 17:48 CAT.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year in Palma, Mozambique, with an average of 7.6h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during January leads to these instructions:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. 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. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.