January weather forecast
Goroka, Papua New Guinea

January, like December, in Goroka, Papua New Guinea, is another warm summer month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 13°C (55.4°F) and 28°C (82.4°F).

Temperature

In January, the average high-temperature is relatively the same as in December - a still moderately hot 28°C (82.4°F). In Goroka, in January, the average low-temperature is 13°C (55.4°F).

Rainfall

In Goroka, it is raining for 23 days, with typically 241mm (9.49") of accumulated precipitation. In Goroka, during the entire year, the rain falls for 257 days and collects up to 2236mm (88.03") of precipitation.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Goroka is 12h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:35. On the last day of January, in Goroka, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:43 +10.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are January, February, June, September through December, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Goroka are January through May, July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index of 11, and more, symbolizes an extreme threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 12 in January interpret into the following advice:
Practice all essential precautions. Protection against sun damage is crucial. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Protect yourself by liberally applying a sunscreen of at least 30 SPF. Sunscreen prevents sunburn and decreases the damaging effects of Sun's radiation on the immune system.