January weather forecastOtjiungukwa, Namibia

January

Weather in January

January, like December, is another tropical summer month in Otjiungukwa, Namibia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 20.8°C (69.4°F) and 30.7°C (87.3°F).

Temperature

With the advent of January, Otjiungukwa experiences an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.7°C (87.3°F), mirroring a close resemblance to the previous month. Otjiungukwa experiences a mean temperature of 20.8°C (69.4°F) during January nights.

Heat index

For most parts of January, the heat index is computed to be a hot 31°C (87.8°F). If one continues to be active during exposure, it might cause tiredness and subsequent heat cramps.
From a standpoint of the heat index, values pertain to shaded conditions and mild breezes. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. Direct exposure to sun rays can potentially augment the heat sensation, elevating the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Children frequently underestimate the importance of resting and drinking fluids. Thirst is a symptom of advanced dehydration - hence the need to hydrate regularly, especially during protracted physical exercises.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 12.6 days. Throughout January, 43mm (1.69") of precipitation is accumulated. In Otjiungukwa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 75.2 days and collects up to 233mm (9.17") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Otjiungukwa, Namibia, the average length of the day in January is 13h and 22min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 19:30. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 19:29 CAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 9.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 7 in January suggests the following recommendations:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.

Updated: Jun 4, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 30.7°C (87.3°F) and a low-temperature of 20.8°C (69.4°F). In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 31°C (87.8°F).

In January, the average relative humidity is 42%.

In January, the rain falls for 12.6 days. Throughout January, 43mm (1.69") of precipitation is accumulated.

In January, the average day length is 13h and 22min.

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 19:30. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 19:29 CAT.

In January, the average sunshine duration is 9.6h.

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

In Otjiungukwa, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year January F M A M J J A S O N D

Dec

January

Feb

Average high temperature

31.1°C

30.7°C

29.6°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

13.9km/h

13.6km/h

12.8km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

13.8

15.4

12.1

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

19%

23%

Average visibility

10km

Average temperature in January
Otjiungukwa, Namibia

Average high temperature in January: 30.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is November (31.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (21.3°C).

Average low temperature in January: 20.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (21.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (7°C).

Average pressure in January
Otjiungukwa, Namibia

Average pressure in January: 1010.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1022.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1010.3mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Otjiungukwa, Namibia

Average wind speed in January: 12.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (14.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (11.2km/h).

Average humidity in January
Otjiungukwa, Namibia

Average humidity in January: 42%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (49%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (20%).

Average rainfall in January
Otjiungukwa, Namibia

Average rainfall in January: 43mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (60mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and August (0mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Otjiungukwa, Namibia

Average rainfall days in January: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is February (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (0.2 days).

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

Average daylight in January: 13h and 24min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 42min).

Average sunshine in January: 9h and 36min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and October (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Otjiungukwa, Namibia

Average sunshine days in January: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (30.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Otjiungukwa, Namibia

Average UV index in January: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is July (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in January
Otjiungukwa, Namibia

Average cloud cover in January: 19

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 23).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 2).

Average visibility in January
Otjiungukwa, 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).