January weather forecastOkakuvisa, Namibia

January

Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Okakuvisa, Namibia, is another hot summer month, with an average temperature ranging between min 20.8°C (69.4°F) and max 30.7°C (87.3°F).

Temperature

Okakuvisa's entry into January measures an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.7°C (87.3°F), closely parallel to the preceding month. During the month of January, the temperature falls to an average of 20.8°C (69.4°F).

Heat index

In January, the average heat index is computed to be a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). If exposure and activity are sustained, they might cause a feeling of weariness, resulting in heat cramps.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is the result of factoring in humidity to the air temperature, indicating perceived warmth. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 42%.

Rainfall

In Okakuvisa, in January, it is raining for 12.6 days, with typically 43mm (1.69") of accumulated precipitation. In Okakuvisa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 75.2 days and collects up to 233mm (9.17") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Okakuvisa, the average length of the day in January is 13h and 23min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 19:31. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 19:30 CAT.

Sunshine

In Okakuvisa, the average sunshine in January is 9.6h.

UV index

January, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 7 in January, converts into the following recommendations:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

In Okakuvisa, in January, the average high-temperature is 30.7°C (87.3°F), and the average low-temperature is 20.8°C (69.4°F). In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 31°C (87.8°F).

In January, the average relative humidity is 42%.

In Okakuvisa, in January, during 12.6 rainfall days, 43mm (1.69") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

The average day length in January is 13h and 23min.

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 19:31. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 19:30 CAT.

In Okakuvisa, the average sunshine duration in January is 9.6h.

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

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Okakuvisa, 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
Okakuvisa, 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
Okakuvisa, 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
Okakuvisa, 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
Okakuvisa, 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
Okakuvisa, 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
Okakuvisa, Namibia

  • Average daylight in January: 13h and 24min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 42min).

  • 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
Okakuvisa, 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
Okakuvisa, 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
Okakuvisa, 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
Okakuvisa, 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).