January weather forecastOutjo, Namibia

January

Weather in January

January sees a high temperature of 32.2°C (90°F) and a relatively modest level of rainfall with 60mm (2.36") falling throughout this period in Outjo, Namibia. The cloud coverage remains on the lighter side as our journey through the year begins. Most days are long with ample sunlight, allowing for outdoor activities to be enjoyed to the fullest. Warm and moderately humid conditions dominate the weather scene, presenting an inviting environment for traveling and relaxation.

Temperature

The dawn of January sees an average high-temperature of a still tropical 32.2°C (90°F), subtly contrasting with December's 32.7°C (90.9°F). In the month of January, the temperature generally rests at an average low of 21.9°C (71.4°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in January is calculated to be a hot 34°C (93.2°F). Undertake extra safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may result from lengthy activity.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. 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 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', shows a temperature sensation when both heat and moisture conditions are combined. 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. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.

Humidity

In Outjo, the average relative humidity in January is 45%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14.8 days and accumulates 60mm (2.36") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 13h and 11min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 19:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 19:38 CAT.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine 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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 7 during January translates into the following guidance:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.

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 32.2°C (90°F) and a low-temperature of 21.9°C (71.4°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in January is calculated to be 34°C (93.2°F).

In January, the average relative humidity is 45%.

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.

In January, the rain falls for 14.8 days. Throughout January, 60mm (2.36") of precipitation is accumulated.

In Outjo, Namibia, the average day length in January is 13h and 11min.

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 19:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 19:38 CAT.

In January, the average sunshine duration is 9.6h.

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

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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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

32.7°C

32.2°C

31.2°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

14.4km/h

13.4km/h

12.5km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

14.3

13.7

11.1

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Outjo, 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
Outjo, 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
Outjo, 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
Outjo, 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
Outjo, 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
Outjo, 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
Outjo, Namibia

Average daylight in January: 13h and 12min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).

Average sunshine in January: 9h and 36min

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
Outjo, 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
Outjo, 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
Outjo, 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
Outjo, 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).