January weather forecastOmboloka, Namibia

January

Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Omboloka, Namibia, is another hot summer month, with an average temperature ranging between max 31.4°C (88.5°F) and min 22.7°C (72.9°F).

Temperature

The commencement of January records an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.4°C (88.5°F), barely varying from December's 31.8°C (89.2°F). In Omboloka, the nighttime temperature averages to a pleasant 22.7°C (72.9°F) during January.

Heat index

The heat index value for January is estimated at a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Take extra safety measures to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Heatstroke could follow lengthy activity.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is a value derived by merging air temperature with the humidity to convey how the climate feels. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Youngsters frequently overlook the need for breaks and fluid intake. Thirst is an advanced sign of dehydration - thereby highlighting the importance of keeping hydrated, particularly during long physical activities.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 48%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16.3 days and accumulates 62mm (2.44") of precipitation.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 13h and 2min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 19:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 19:31 CAT.

Sunshine

In Omboloka, the average sunshine in January is 9h.

UV index

January, September 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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In January, a regular UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Stand by precautions and apply sun safety measures. Evading sunburn is of great importance. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.

Frequently asked questions

During January, Omboloka experiences an average high-temperature of 31.4°C (88.5°F) and a low-temperature of 22.7°C (72.9°F). In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 33°C (91.4°F).

In January, the average relative humidity is 48%.

The month with the most rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 16.3 days and typically aggregates up to 62mm (2.44") of precipitation.

In Omboloka, in January, it is raining for 16.3 days, with typically 62mm (2.44") of accumulated precipitation.

In January, the average day length in Omboloka is 13h and 2min.

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 19:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 19:31 CAT.

The average sunshine duration in January in Omboloka is 9h.

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

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Omboloka, Namibia

  • Average high temperature in January: 31.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (35.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (26.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 22.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (23.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (11.3°C).

Average pressure in January
Omboloka, Namibia

  • Average pressure in January: 1009.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1018.7mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are January and December (1009.4mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Omboloka, Namibia

  • Average wind speed in January: 10.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (13.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (9.6km/h).

Average humidity in January
Omboloka, Namibia

  • Average humidity in January: 48%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (55%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (17%).

Average rainfall in January
Omboloka, Namibia

  • Average rainfall in January: 62mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (62mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are May, June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Omboloka, Namibia

  • Average rainfall days in January: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (17.5 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (0 days).

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

  • Average daylight in January: 13h and 0min

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 months with the most sunshine are August and September (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 8h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Omboloka, Namibia

  • Average sunshine days in January: 12.6 days

The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Omboloka, Namibia

  • Average UV index in January: 7

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

Average cloud cover in January
Omboloka, Namibia

  • Average cloud cover in January: 28

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

Average visibility in January
Omboloka, 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).