January weather forecastOmungwelume, Namibia
January
Weather in January
January, the same as December, in Omungwelume, Namibia, is another tropical summer month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 31.5°C (88.7°F) and an average low of 22.5°C (72.5°F).Temperature
Omungwelume notes an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.5°C (88.7°F) in January, displaying minor variation from December. Omungwelume's January nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 22.5°C (72.5°F).Heat index
In January, the heat index is calculated to be a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Extra precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible outcomes. Extended activity could lead to heatstroke.The heat index's values are generally associated with conditions in shade and light breezes. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance 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
The average relative humidity in January is 48%.Rainfall
January is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.8 days and accumulates 83mm (3.27") of precipitation.Daylight
In Omungwelume, the average length of the day in January is 13h and 2min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 19:35. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 19:37 CAT.
Sunshine
In January, the average sunshine 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 estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: An average maximum UV index of 7 in January leads to these recommendations:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. 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. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Omungwelume, 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
Omungwelume, 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
Omungwelume, 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
Omungwelume, 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
Omungwelume, 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
Omungwelume, 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
Omungwelume, 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 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
Omungwelume, 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
Omungwelume, 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
Omungwelume, 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
Omungwelume, 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).
