January weather forecast
Yape, Panama

January is a tropical winter month in Yape, Panama, with temperature in the range of an average low of 22.9°C (73.2°F) and an average high of 30.1°C (86.2°F).

Temperature

The arrival of January records an average high-temperature of a hot 30.1°C (86.2°F), closely related to the 29.7°C (85.5°F) observed in December. During January, an average low-temperature of 22.9°C (73.2°F) is observed in Yape.

Heat index

In January, the average heat index is estimated at a very hot 39°C (102.2°F). Undertake additional safety actions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Persistent activity may induce heatstroke.
It is important to note that the heat index values are for shaded areas and light wind scenarios. The heat index has the possibility to be enhanced by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when there is direct sun exposure.
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 impact of weather on an individual can be subjective, affected by the person's activity and heat perception, which can vary due to elements including wind, clothing, and metabolic differences. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
In the face of high temperatures, the human body's reflex is to perspire, leveraging sweat evaporation for cooling. In the presence of elevated relative humidity, the evaporation rate decreases. This reduction leads to increased body heat retention compared to conditions of dry air. When heat gain surpasses the level the body can shed, body temperature begins to increase, and consequently, overheating and dehydration can occur, with varying severity.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

Rainfall

In January, in Yape, the rain falls for 25.8 days. Throughout January, 94mm (3.7") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 331.3 rainfall days, and 2112mm (83.15") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Yape, the average length of the day in January is 11h and 43min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:03. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 18:17 EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Yape is 8.5h.

UV index

January through March, May, June, August, October and November, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In January, the UV index of 6 transforms into the following advice:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.