Contents
- Weather in January
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in January
- Average pressure in January
- Average wind speed in January
- Average humidity in January
- Average rainfall in January
- Average rainfall days in January
- Average daylight in January
- Average sunshine in January
- Average sunshine days in January
- Average UV index in January
- Average cloud cover in January
- Average visibility in January
January
Weather in January
Temperature
The average high-temperature during January registers at a still tropical 32.2°C (90°F), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. The average low-temperature, in January, is a pleasant 21.9°C (71.4°F).Heat index
For most parts of January, the heat index is evaluated at a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Apply extra caution, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke might occur with long-duration activity.Regarding the heat index, one should be aware it's determined by shaded settings and mild winds. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. Additional elements encompassing metabolic differences, the degree of physical activity, and attire can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in January is 45%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 14.8 days and typically aggregates up to 60mm (2.36") of precipitation.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day is 13h and 7min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 19:44. On the last day of January, in Otjozongombe, Namibia, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 19:45 CAT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in January is 9.6h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are January, September 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 7 translates into the following recommendations:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in January
Otjozongombe, Namibia
- Average high temperature in January: 32.2°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (35.2°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June and July (25.3°C).
- Average low temperature in January: 21.9°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are November and December (22.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (11.3°C).
Average pressure in January
Otjozongombe, Namibia
- Average pressure in January: 1009.8mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1019.1mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are January and December (1009.8mbar).
Average wind speed in January
Otjozongombe, Namibia
- Average wind speed in January: 11.7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (14.1km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are February and March (10.8km/h).
Average humidity in January
Otjozongombe, Namibia
- Average humidity in January: 45%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (53%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (17%).
Average rainfall in January
Otjozongombe, Namibia
- Average rainfall in January: 60mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (60mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and August (0mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Otjozongombe, Namibia
- Average rainfall days in January: 14.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (16.2 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June and July (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Otjozongombe, Namibia
- Average daylight in January: 13h and 1min
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 4min
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 18min).
Average sunshine days in January
Otjozongombe, Namibia
- Average sunshine days in January: 13.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.1 days).
Average UV index in January
Otjozongombe, 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
Otjozongombe, Namibia
- Average cloud cover in January: 23
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 25).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 1).
Average visibility in January
Otjozongombe, 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).
