January weather forecastOmpundja, Namibia
January
Weather in January
January, like December, is another tropical summer month in Ompundja, Namibia, with an average temperature varying between 22.5°C (72.5°F) and 31.5°C (88.7°F).Temperature
Ompundja registers an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.5°C (88.7°F) with the arrival of January, showing minor deviation from the preceding month. Ompundja reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 22.5°C (72.5°F) in January.Heat index
January's heat index is calculated to be a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Take additional safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Prolonged activity may cause heatstroke.Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is an estimation of the warmth sensation when considering humidity levels. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Consider the sun's direct rays and their impact; they can potentially increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in January is 48%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 17.8 days and typically aggregates up to 83mm (3.27") of precipitation.Daylight
The average length of the day in January is 13h and 4min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 19:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 19:37 CAT.
Sunshine
In January, the average sunshine in Ompundja is 9.4h.UV index
January, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In January, the UV index of 7 transforms into the following advice:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Ompundja, Namibia
- Average high temperature in January: 31.5°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (35.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (26.7°C).
- Average low temperature in January: 22.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is November (23.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (11.3°C).
Average pressure in January
Ompundja, Namibia
- Average pressure in January: 1009.6mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1018.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1009.5mbar).
Average wind speed in January
Ompundja, Namibia
- Average wind speed in January: 10.3km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (13.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (9.4km/h).
Average humidity in January
Ompundja, 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 (18%).
Average rainfall in January
Ompundja, Namibia
- Average rainfall in January: 83mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (83mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are May, June, July and August (0mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Ompundja, Namibia
- Average rainfall days in January: 17.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Ompundja, 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 24min
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: 9h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in January
Ompundja, Namibia
- Average sunshine days in January: 11 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (10 days).
Average UV index in January
Ompundja, 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
Ompundja, Namibia
- Average cloud cover in January: 27
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 28).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 1).
Average visibility in January
Ompundja, 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).
