January weather forecastSauyemwa, Namibia

January

Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Sauyemwa, Namibia, is another tropical summer month, with an average temperature varying between 30.5°C (86.9°F) and 20.7°C (69.3°F).

Temperature

Sauyemwa's weather in January, with an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.5°C (86.9°F), subtly shifts from December's 31.2°C (88.2°F). Sauyemwa registers a consistent average low-temperature of 20.7°C (69.3°F) during January.

Heat index

January's average heat index is evaluated at a torrid 35°C (95°F). Undertake extra safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may result from lengthy activity.
For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. The effect is experienced differently by individuals, hinging on unique characteristics such as body mass, stature, and level of activity. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
The body's self-cooling mechanism is rooted in perspiration, where evaporating sweat cools down excessive warmth. When there is abundant moisture in the air, the body's cooling through the evaporation process becomes less effective, leading to the sensation of overheating. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 63%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 14.8 days and typically aggregates up to 74mm (2.91") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Sauyemwa, the average length of the day in January is 13h and 4min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 19:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 19:21 CAT.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 9h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during January translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.

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

In Sauyemwa, 30.5°C (86.9°F) is the average high-temperature and 20.7°C (69.3°F) is the average low-temperature during January. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in January is evaluated at 35°C (95°F).

In January, the average relative humidity is 63%.

January is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14.8 days and accumulates 74mm (2.91") of precipitation.

In Sauyemwa, during January, the rain falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 74mm (2.91") of precipitation.

In Sauyemwa, the average day length in January is 13h and 4min.

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 19:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 19:21 CAT.

With an average of 9h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

In Sauyemwa, the average sunshine duration in January is 9h.

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability 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

31.2°C

30.5°C

30.3°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

9.2km/h

9.3km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

10.7

14.7

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Sauyemwa, Namibia

Average high temperature in January: 30.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (36.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (25.4°C).

Average low temperature in January: 20.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (21.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (9.7°C).

Average pressure in January
Sauyemwa, Namibia

Average pressure in January: 1009.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1009.3mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Sauyemwa, Namibia

Average wind speed in January: 8.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (11.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (8.2km/h).

Average humidity in January
Sauyemwa, Namibia

Average humidity in January: 63%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (65%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (19%).

Average rainfall in January
Sauyemwa, Namibia

Average rainfall in January: 74mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (74mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Sauyemwa, Namibia

Average rainfall days in January: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Sauyemwa, 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 6min).

Average sunshine in January: 9h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Sauyemwa, Namibia

Average sunshine days in January: 14.7 days

The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (10.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Sauyemwa, Namibia

Average UV index in January: 6

The months with the highest UV index are September, October and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in January
Sauyemwa, Namibia

Average cloud cover in January: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 33).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 1).

Average visibility in January
Sauyemwa, Namibia

Average visibility in January: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (9km).