January weather forecastRío Indio, Panama

Weather in January

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

Temperature

The advent of January denotes an average high-temperature of a tropical 30.4°C (86.7°F), subtly different from December's 29.4°C (84.9°F). Río Indio's nighttime temperature during January is consistently averaged at an agreeable 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in January is evaluated at a fiery hot 38°C (100.4°F). Adopt heightened safety measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may occur. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', gives a temperature feeling by integrating air temperature and humidity. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Children often miss understanding the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst usually appears late during dehydration - therefore, maintaining hydration, particularly during long physical activities, is essential.
Normally, the human body cools itself through perspiration, which removes excessive heat by evaporating sweat. When relative humidity is on the rise, it curtails evaporation, thereby reducing the heat elimination from the body and causing the feeling of being excessively hot. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.

Humidity

In Río Indio, Panama, the average relative humidity in January is 77%.

Rainfall

In Río Indio, during January, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 10mm (0.39") of precipitation. In Río Indio, during the entire year, the rain falls for 247.4 days and collects up to 1423mm (56.02") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Río Indio, the average length of the day in January is 11h and 41min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 18:12. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 18:26 EST.

Sunshine

January and February, with an average of 9.2h of sunshine, are months with the most 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 hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 7 transforms into these recommendations:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.