January weather forecast
Omitara, Namibia

In Omitara, Namibia, January is characterized by warm temperatures and relative humidity. The month begins with a slight increase in heat compared to December, rising from 29.3°C (84.7°F) to a peak of 29.5°C (85.1°F), which is the highest monthly average temperature. This month is also characterized by substantial rainfall, with drizzling conditions observed on an average of 12.8 days. As the city experiences the long days of summer, residents and visitors can enjoy an abundance of daylight. The mix of warm temperatures and adequate rainfall presents an excellent balance for various activities.

Temperature

The shift to January in Omitara, Namibia, signals an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.8°C (83.8°F), subtly varied from December's 29.3°C (84.7°F). In January, the average low-temperature records at a refreshing 18.6°C (65.5°F) during the nights.

Heat index

January's mean heat index is appraised at 29°C (84.2°F). Enduring exposure and continuous activity might cause a feeling of tiredness and induce heat cramps.
The metrics for the heat index are tailored for both shady environments and light winds. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. 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 extremely significant 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.

Humidity

In Omitara, the average relative humidity in January is 42%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout January, 48mm (1.89") of precipitation is accumulated. In Omitara, Namibia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 78 days and collects up to 298mm (11.73") of precipitation.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 13h and 19min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 19:35. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 19:34 CAT.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Omitara, Namibia, is 9.6h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.