January weather forecast
Las Tablas, Panama

January is a hot winter month in Las Tablas, Panama, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.1°C (73.6°F) and 30.3°C (86.5°F).

Temperature

January's arrival brings an average high-temperature of a tropical 30.3°C (86.5°F), demonstrating subtle variation from the preceding month. Las Tablas, during January nights, observes an average temperature of 23.1°C (73.6°F).

Heat index

Throughout January, the heat index is appraised at a fiery hot 37°C (98.6°F). Adopt special protective actions against heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Long-duration activity risks heatstroke.
It is noted that heat index values are ascertained for locations in the shade and with gentle breezes. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
Evaporation of sweat is the main factor behind the cooling effect of perspiration in the human body. Under conditions of increased relative humidity, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to retain more heat than under less humid conditions. Heat-related disorders may develop if heat gain in the body overshadows its cooling capacity, leading to elevated temperatures.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 76%.

Rainfall

In Las Tablas, during January, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 12mm (0.47") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 261.2 rainfall days, and 1359mm (53.5") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 11h and 44min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 18:28 EST.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are January and February, with an average of 9.5h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.