January weather forecast
Okamatapati, Namibia

January

Weather in January

January, like December, in Okamatapati, Namibia, is a moderately hot summer month, with an average temperature varying between 19.9°C (67.8°F) and 29.1°C (84.4°F).

Temperature

As Okamatapati welcomes January, the average high-temperature stabilizes at a still warm 29.1°C (84.4°F), showing little deviation from December's 29.6°C (85.3°F). In January, the average low-temperature is a comfortable 19.9°C (67.8°F).

Heat index

For January, the heat index is computed to be a hot 31°C (87.8°F). Prolonged exposure combined with continuous activity could lead to exhaustion, and possibly heat cramps.
Know that the heat index computations account for shaded terrains and slight winds. Exposing to direct sunshine may enhance heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Children often do not understand the need to rest and hydrate. Thirst is a late manifestation of dehydration - therefore, it is essential to stay hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 57%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 21.7 days. Throughout January, 127mm (5") of precipitation is accumulated. In Okamatapati, during the entire year, the rain falls for 120.9 days and collects up to 607mm (23.9") of precipitation.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Okamatapati is 13h and 13min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 19:30. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 19:31 CAT.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and February, with an average of 9.2h of sunshine.

UV index

In Okamatapati, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: During January, 6 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is January?
January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 29.1°C (84.4°F) and a low-temperature of 19.9°C (67.8°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in January is computed to be 31°C (87.8°F).
What is the average humidity in January?
In Okamatapati, the average relative humidity in January is 57%.
How many days does it rain in January?
In Okamatapati, during January, the rain falls for 21.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 127mm (5") of precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in January?
In January, the average day length is 13h and 13min.
When are sunrise and sunset in January?
In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 19:30. On the last day of the month, in Okamatapati, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 19:31 CAT.
What is the month with the least sunshine?
The months with the least sunshine are January and February, with an average of 9.2h of sunshine.
How many hours of sunshine does Okamatapati have in January?
In Okamatapati, the average sunshine duration in January is 9.2h.
What is the UV index reading in January?
In Okamatapati, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
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Average wind speed
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Average UV index
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Average visibility
Average temperature in January
Okamatapati, Namibia
  • Average high temperature in January: 29.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (32.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (22.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 19.9°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are November and December (20.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (6.8°C).

Average pressure in January
Okamatapati, Namibia
  • Average pressure in January: 1009.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1009.7mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Okamatapati, Namibia
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (8.5km/h).

Average humidity in January
Okamatapati, Namibia
  • Average humidity in January: 57%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (62%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (20%).

Average rainfall in January
Okamatapati, Namibia
  • Average rainfall in January: 127mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (129mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and August (0mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Okamatapati, Namibia
  • Average rainfall days in January: 21.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (22.2 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June and July (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Okamatapati, Namibia
  • Average daylight in January: 13h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Okamatapati, Namibia
  • Average sunshine days in January: 6.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.4 days).

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Okamatapati, Namibia
  • Average cloud cover in January: 27

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 28).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 1).

Average visibility in January
Okamatapati, Namibia
  • Average visibility in January: 9km

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

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