January weather forecastGobabis, Namibia

January

Weather in January

The year begins with hot temperatures in Gobabis, Namibia. January boasts of high temperatures that peak at 30.7°C (87.3°F). Relative to the severe heat conditions, the city experiences moderate levels of rainfall. The onset of the year is a favourite period for sunbathers since long hours of daylight permeate the sky, creating ample time for outdoor activities. The weather condition changes a microscale lower as the month progresses into February.

Temperature

Gobabis's average high-temperature in January is a still tropical 30.7°C (87.3°F), indicating a subtle variation from December. In January, the average low-temperature is a pleasant 20.8°C (69.4°F).

Heat index

January's heat index is computed to be a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). Long-lasting exposure and activity potentially induce a sense of weariness, with the risk of heat cramps.
Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. Exposure to unobstructed sunshine could lead to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Consider that direct sun exposure can intensify the felt heat, adding potentially 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 42%.

Rainfall

In Gobabis, in January, it is raining for 12.6 days, with typically 43mm (1.69") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 75.2 rainfall days, and 233mm (9.17") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Gobabis, the average length of the day in January is 13h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 19:31. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 19:31 CAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 9.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Gobabis are January, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 7 in January leads to these recommendations:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.

Updated: Jun 5, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in January, in Gobabis, is 30.7°C (87.3°F), while the low-temperature averages to 20.8°C (69.4°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in January is computed to be 31°C (87.8°F).

In Gobabis, the average relative humidity in January is 42%.

In January, the rain falls for 12.6 days. Throughout January, 43mm (1.69") of precipitation is accumulated.

The average day length in January is 13h and 19min.

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 19:31. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 19:31 CAT.

The average sunshine duration in January is 9.6h.

The months with the highest UV index are January, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year January F M A M J J A S O N D

Dec

January

Feb

Average high temperature

31.1°C

30.7°C

29.6°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

13.9km/h

13.6km/h

12.8km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

13.8

15.4

12.1

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

19%

23%

Average visibility

10km

Average temperature in January
Gobabis, Namibia

Average high temperature in January: 30.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is November (31.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (21.3°C).

Average low temperature in January: 20.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (21.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (7°C).

Average pressure in January
Gobabis, Namibia

Average pressure in January: 1010.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1022.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1010.3mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Gobabis, Namibia

Average wind speed in January: 12.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (14.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (11.2km/h).

Average humidity in January
Gobabis, Namibia

Average humidity in January: 42%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (49%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (20%).

Average rainfall in January
Gobabis, Namibia

Average rainfall in January: 43mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (60mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and August (0mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Gobabis, Namibia

Average rainfall days in January: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is February (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (0.2 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Gobabis, Namibia

Average daylight in January: 13h and 18min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 48min).

Average sunshine in January: 9h and 36min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and October (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Gobabis, Namibia

Average sunshine days in January: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (30.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Gobabis, Namibia

Average UV index in January: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is July (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in January
Gobabis, Namibia

Average cloud cover in January: 19

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 23).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 2).

Average visibility in January
Gobabis, Namibia

Average visibility in January: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).