January weather forecast
Alto de la Estancia, Panama

January in Alto de la Estancia, Panama, is a tropical winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 30.4°C (86.7°F) and an average low of 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Temperature

With January's arrival, Alto de la Estancia notes an average high-temperature of a hot 30.4°C (86.7°F), closely following the trend of the preceding month. Alto de la Estancia anticipates an average minimum temperature of 22.3°C (72.1°F) in the month of January.

Heat index

In January, the heat index is computed to be a very hot 38°C (100.4°F). Take additional safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Prolonged activity may cause heatstroke.
Heat index readings emphasize conditions of light breezes and shaded spots. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', ties air temperature with relative humidity to produce the perceived temperature sensation. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Direct sunlight exposure should be noted as it has the potential to increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. With a lot of moisture in the air, the evaporation process is not as effective, and the body does not cool down as efficiently, creating a perception of overheating. Rising body temperatures due to excess heat retention could signify impending heat disorders.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 77%.

Rainfall

In January, in Alto de la Estancia, the rain falls for 8.8 days. Throughout January, 10mm (0.39") of precipitation is accumulated. In Alto de la Estancia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 247.4 days and collects up to 1423mm (56.02") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Alto de la Estancia, the average length of the day in January is 11h and 41min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of January, in Alto de la Estancia, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 18:26 EST.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are January and February, with an average of 9.2h of sunshine.

UV index

January through June, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Alto de la Estancia. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 7 transforms into these recommendations:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.