January weather forecastOtjinanwa, Namibia
January
Weather in January
January, the same as December, in Otjinanwa, Namibia, is another tropical summer month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 22.5°C (72.5°F) and an average high of 31.5°C (88.7°F).Temperature
Otjinanwa marks the start of January with an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.5°C (88.7°F), hinting at a slight fluctuation from December's 32°C (89.6°F). Otjinanwa experiences an average low-temperature of 22.5°C (72.5°F) in the month of January.Heat index
The heat index for January is estimated at a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Exercise special caution, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Prolonged activity may induce heatstroke.Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. Exposure to the direct sun could elevate the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Direct sunlight can potentially raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees, so it's crucial to consider. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Children often miss understanding the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst usually appears late during dehydration - therefore, maintaining hydration, particularly during long physical activities, is essential.
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
In January, the average length of the day is 13h and 6min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 19:46. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:51 and sunset at 19:47 CAT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in January is 9.4h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Otjinanwa, Namibia, are January, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 7 in January translates into the following instructions:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Otjinanwa, 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
Otjinanwa, 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
Otjinanwa, 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
Otjinanwa, 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
Otjinanwa, 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
Otjinanwa, 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
Otjinanwa, 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 0min).
- 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
Otjinanwa, 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
Otjinanwa, 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
Otjinanwa, 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
Otjinanwa, 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).
