January weather forecast
El Prado, Panama

January, like December, is another tropical winter month in El Prado, Panama, with an average temperature ranging between max 32.1°C (89.8°F) and min 21.2°C (70.2°F).

Temperature

January's average high-temperature is a still hot 32.1°C (89.8°F), maintaining a close comparison with December's 30.3°C (86.5°F). El Prado throughout January, experiences an average nighttime temperature of 21.2°C (70.2°F).

Heat index

Throughout January, the heat index is calculated to be a scorching 42°C (107.6°F). Additional precautions are required to avert heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity may culminate in heatstroke.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. 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. Young ones often underestimate the need for rest and rehydration. Thirst appears late in dehydration - hence, it is important to keep hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.
In high temperatures, perspiration kicks in, allowing the human body to cool down through the evaporation of sweat. Under conditions of high relative humidity, the rate of evaporation decreases. This results in the body retaining more heat than under conditions of dry air. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

In El Prado, the average relative humidity in January is 74%.

Rainfall

In El Prado, in January, it is raining for 8.3 days, with typically 28mm (1.1") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 269.3 rainfall days, and 2235mm (87.99") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 11h and 43min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 18:32 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 El Prado 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 vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 7 in January translates into the following instructions:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.