January weather forecast
Capellania, Panama

January, the same as December, in Capellania, Panama, is another tropical winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 21.2°C (70.2°F) and 32.1°C (89.8°F).

Temperature

Capellania experiences an average high-temperature of a still hot 32.1°C (89.8°F) in January, marking an insignificant shift from 30.3°C (86.5°F) in December. During January, the average low-temperature is an agreeable 21.2°C (70.2°F).

Heat index

The heat index for January is estimated at a scorching 42°C (107.6°F). Undertake additional safety actions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Persistent activity may induce heatstroke.
Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is an indicator that blends the effects of temperature and humidity to depict perceived warmth. The individual's experience of temperature can be shaped by numerous aspects such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Children usually face more risks than adults as their ability to sweat is less. Additionally, their larger skin surface in relation to their petite bodies and higher heat output due to their activities increases their vulnerability.
Evaporation of sweat is the main factor behind the cooling effect of perspiration in the human body. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. When body temperature rises due to excess heat gain beyond its removal capability, one might experience heat-related disorders.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Capellania is 74%.

Rainfall

In January, in Capellania, the rain falls for 8.3 days. Throughout January, 28mm (1.1") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 269.3 rainfall days, and 2235mm (87.99") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Capellania, Panama, is 11h and 42min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 18:28 EST.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is January, with an average of 9.6h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Capellania are January through June and September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, an average UV index of 7 transforms into the following instructions:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.