January weather forecast
El Guabo, Panama

January in El Guabo, Panama, is a hot winter month, with an average temperature varying between 30.4°C (86.7°F) and 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Temperature

The onset of January notes an average high-temperature of a hot 30.4°C (86.7°F), subtly shifted from December's 29.4°C (84.9°F). During January, the average low-temperature in El Guabo is a pleasant 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Heat index

January's mean heat index is estimated at a sweltering 38°C (100.4°F). Undertake enhanced precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible risks. Continuous activity could trigger heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the 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 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.
In response to overheating, the human body perspires to cool down, mainly through the evaporation of sweat. When relative humidity increases, the body's capacity to evaporate heat decreases, leading to a heightened sense of warmth. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In El Guabo, in January, during 8.8 rainfall days, 10mm (0.39") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 247.4 rainfall days, and 1423mm (56.02") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in El Guabo is 11h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 18:11. On the last day of January, in El Guabo, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 18:25 EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through June, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 during January translates into the following directions:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.