January weather forecast
Balboa, Panama

January weather in Balboa, Panama, is defined by high humidity, shining daylight, and significant rainfall. This month sees data shift from the previous year with rising temperatures, reaching up to 29.6°C (85.3°F). This warm trend is supported by high humidity levels, providing a tropical feel throughout. Despite the average sunshine and daylight hours, rainfall also marks this month, indicating the start of the rainy season. The wind speed adds an occasional breeze, creating a refreshing contrast to the otherwise muggy atmosphere.

Temperature

As Balboa welcomes January, the average high-temperature records at a still moderately hot 29.6°C (85.3°F), marking an insignificant deviation from the prior month. Balboa's average low-temperature in January is measured at a still moderately hot 24°C (75.2°F).

Heat index

In January, the heat index is appraised at a very hot 37°C (98.6°F). Extra precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible outcomes. Extended activity could lead to heatstroke.
Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. Exposure to the direct sun could elevate the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is a metric representing the sensation of warmth when air temperature and moisture come together. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Young ones often ignore the need to take a break and drink fluids. Thirst is a late-stage symptom of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, particularly during extended physical activities, is crucial.
As a reaction to high temperatures, the human body begins to perspire, using the evaporation of sweat to lower its temperature. Under high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, perspiration is limited, and the perception of heat is increased. When heat gain surpasses the level the body can shed, body temperature begins to increase, and consequently, overheating and dehydration can occur, with varying severity.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Balboa is 81%.

Rainfall

In January, in Balboa, Panama, the rain falls for 15.3 days. Throughout January, 32mm (1.26") of precipitation is accumulated. In Balboa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 294.6 days and collects up to 1899mm (74.76") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Balboa, Panama, is 11h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 18:10. On the last day of January, in Balboa, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 18:23 EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 8.6h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Balboa. The months with the lowest UV index in Balboa, Panama, are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 7 during January leads to these advisories:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.