January weather forecast
Katutura, Namibia

January

Weather in January

January, like December, in Katutura, Namibia, is another warm summer month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 18.9°C (66°F) and 29°C (84.2°F).

Temperature

In Katutura, January's average high-temperature stands at a still warm 29°C (84.2°F), closely related to the preceding month. Katutura experiences an average low-temperature reading of 18.9°C (66°F) throughout January.

Heat index

January's average heat index is estimated at 29°C (84.2°F). Persisting in activity during exposure could lead to weariness and subsequently to heat cramps.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. If directly exposed to the sun, the heat index could rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. The impact of weather on an individual can be subjective, affected by the person's activity and heat perception, which can vary due to elements including wind, clothing, and metabolic differences. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young ones regularly neglect the requirement for rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late stage of dehydration - so, it is necessary to keep hydrated, particularly during extended periods of physical exertion.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 41%.

Rainfall

In Katutura, during January, the rain falls for 14 days and regularly aggregates up to 46mm (1.81") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 80.2 rainfall days, and 304mm (11.97") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Katutura, the average length of the day in January is 13h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 19:39. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 19:38 CAT.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 9.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. 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: In January, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

Is it hot during January?
The high-temperature, in January, in Katutura, is 29°C (84.2°F), while the low-temperature averages to 18.9°C (66°F). In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 29°C (84.2°F).
What is the average humidity in January?
In January, the average relative humidity is 41%.
How much does it rain in January?
In Katutura, in January, it is raining for 14 days, with typically 46mm (1.81") of accumulated precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Katutura have in January?
In Katutura, the average day length in January is 13h and 20min.
When are sunrise and sunset in January?
In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 19:39. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 19:38 CAT.
How many hours of sunshine does Katutura have in January?
In January, the average sunshine duration is 9.6h.
What is the month with the highest UV index?
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
What is the UV index reading in January?
In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
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Average visibility
Average temperature in January
Katutura, Namibia
  • Average high temperature in January: 29°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are October and November (29.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (19.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (18.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (6°C).

Average pressure in January
Katutura, Namibia
  • Average pressure in January: 1010.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1021.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1010.7mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Katutura, Namibia
  • Average wind speed in January: 10km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (12.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (9.3km/h).

Average humidity in January
Katutura, Namibia
  • Average humidity in January: 41%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (51%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (19%).

Average rainfall in January
Katutura, Namibia
  • Average rainfall in January: 46mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (102mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and August (0mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Katutura, Namibia
  • Average rainfall days in January: 14 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is February (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Katutura, Namibia
  • Average daylight in January: 13h and 2min

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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Katutura, Namibia
  • Average sunshine days in January: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (30.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Katutura, Namibia
  • Average UV index in January: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in January
Katutura, Namibia
  • Average cloud cover in January: 17

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 22).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 1).

Average visibility in January
Katutura, 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).

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