January weather forecast
Balada, Papua New Guinea

January

Weather in January

January, the same as December, is a moderately hot summer month in Balada, Papua New Guinea, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28.5°C (83.3°F) and 25.8°C (78.4°F).

Temperature

January's weather records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.5°C (83.3°F), showing little deviation from December. During January, Balada's nights hold steady with an average temperature of 25.8°C (78.4°F), barely dropping from the daytime highs.

Heat index

For January, the heat index is evaluated at a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Implement more preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke might result from extended activity.
When assessing, remember that heat index measurements are for light winds and shaded spots. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', evaluates the perceived heat by adding the effect of moisture in the air. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Kids frequently fail to realize the necessity for resting and hydrating. Thirst is an advanced indication of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, especially during extended physical activities, becomes essential.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In January, in Balada, the rain falls for 27.1 days. Throughout January, 217mm (8.54") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Balada, there are 314.3 rainfall days, and 2023mm (79.65") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Balada, Papua New Guinea, is 12h and 21min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:42 and sunset at 18:05. On the last day of January, in Balada, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 18:13 +10.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine in Balada are January and February, with an average of 9.7h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March, May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Balada. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in January interprets into the following advice:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Balada in January?
The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Balada during January are 28.5°C (83.3°F) and 25.8°C (78.4°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in January is evaluated at 33°C (91.4°F).
What is the average humidity in January in Balada?
The average relative humidity in January in Balada, Papua New Guinea, is 79%.
How much does it rain in Balada in January?
In Balada, Papua New Guinea, in January, it is raining for 27.1 days, with typically 217mm (8.54") of accumulated precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Balada have in January?
In January, the average day length is 12h and 21min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Balada?
In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:42 and sunset at 18:05. On the last day of the month, in Balada, Papua New Guinea, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 18:13 +10.
What are the months with the most sunshine in Balada?
The months with the most sunshine in Balada, Papua New Guinea, are January and February, with an average of 9.7h of sunshine.
How many hours of sunshine does Balada have in January?
In January, the average sunshine duration is 9.7h.
What is the month with the highest UV index in Balada?
January through March, May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Balada, Papua New Guinea.
What is the UV index reading in January in Balada?
The average daily maximum UV index in January is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Balada, Papua New Guinea
  • Average high temperature in January: 28.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (29.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (28.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 25.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (26.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is September (25.1°C).

Average pressure in January
Balada, Papua New Guinea
  • Average pressure in January: 1007.8mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are August and September (1010mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1007.7mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Balada, Papua New Guinea
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (13.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (7.5km/h).

Average humidity in January
Balada, Papua New Guinea
  • Average humidity in January: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Balada, Papua New Guinea
  • Average rainfall in January: 217mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (226mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (109mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Balada, Papua New Guinea
  • Average rainfall days in January: 27.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (27.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (24.4 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Balada, Papua New Guinea
  • Average daylight in January: 12h and 2min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 9h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Balada, Papua New Guinea
  • Average sunshine days in January: 2.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (4.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (1.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Balada, Papua New Guinea
  • Average UV index in January: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is April (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in January
Balada, Papua New Guinea
  • Average cloud cover in January: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are May, September, October and November (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in January
Balada, Papua New Guinea
  • Average visibility in January: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are February, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, March and April (9km).

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