January weather forecastNepara, Namibia

January

Weather in January

January, like December, is a hot summer month in Nepara, Namibia, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.5°C (86.9°F) and min 20.7°C (69.3°F).

Temperature

At the onset of January, Nepara records an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.5°C (86.9°F), showing little deviation from the preceding month. The low-temperature average for Nepara during January stands at a pleasant 20.7°C (69.3°F).

Heat index

During January, the heat index is estimated at a fiery hot 35°C (95°F). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Be aware that heat index ratings are designed for shaded locations and minor breezes. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', shows a temperature sensation when both heat and moisture conditions are combined. The experience of temperature can be subjective, varying based on the individual's activity and heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. 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.
Perspiration is the body's default response to elevated temperatures, as it promotes the evaporation of sweat to achieve cooling. Higher relative humidity impedes evaporation, thus reducing heat dispersion from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. Exceeding the body's heat disposal threshold results in a rise in body temperature and potential thermal disorders.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 63%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14.8 days and accumulates 74mm (2.91") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 13h and 4min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 19:24. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 19:26 CAT.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 9h of sunshine.

UV index

In Nepara, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: During January, 6 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.

Updated: Jun 4, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature, in January, in Nepara, is 30.5°C (86.9°F), while the average low-temperature is 20.7°C (69.3°F). In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 35°C (95°F).

In January, the average relative humidity is 63%.

January is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14.8 days and accumulates 74mm (2.91") of precipitation.

In Nepara, in January, during 14.8 rainfall days, 74mm (2.91") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

The average day length in January is 13h and 4min.

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 19:24. On the last day of the month, in Nepara, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 19:26 CAT.

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 9h of sunshine.

In January, the average sunshine duration is 9h.

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to 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

31.2°C

30.5°C

30.3°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

9.2km/h

9.3km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

10.7

14.7

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Nepara, Namibia

Average high temperature in January: 30.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (36.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (25.4°C).

Average low temperature in January: 20.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (21.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (9.7°C).

Average pressure in January
Nepara, Namibia

Average pressure in January: 1009.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1009.3mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Nepara, Namibia

Average wind speed in January: 8.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (11.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (8.2km/h).

Average humidity in January
Nepara, Namibia

Average humidity in January: 63%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (65%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (19%).

Average rainfall in January
Nepara, Namibia

Average rainfall in January: 74mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (74mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Nepara, Namibia

Average rainfall days in January: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January: 13h and 6min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 6min).

Average sunshine in January: 9h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Nepara, Namibia

Average sunshine days in January: 14.7 days

The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (10.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Nepara, Namibia

Average UV index in January: 6

The months with the highest UV index are September, October and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in January
Nepara, Namibia

Average cloud cover in January: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 33).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 1).

Average visibility in January
Nepara, Namibia

Average visibility in January: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (9km).