January weather forecast
Gunanba, Papua New Guinea

January

Weather in January

January, like December, in Gunanba, Papua New Guinea, is a moderately hot summer month, with an average temperature ranging between max 28.5°C (83.3°F) and min 25.8°C (78.4°F).

Temperature

Gunanba, Papua New Guinea, experiences an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.5°C (83.3°F) in January, marking an insignificant shift from 29°C (84.2°F) in December. During the month of January, Gunanba's average nighttime temperature closely mirrors its daytime counterpart, at a still warm 25.8°C (78.4°F).

Heat index

The heat index in January is computed to be a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Incorporate additional safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Long-term activity may induce heatstroke.
Heat index specifics point out values are for conditions of shade and a slight breeze. Being under direct sunlight might amplify the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.

Humidity

In Gunanba, the average relative humidity in January is 79%.

Rainfall

In Gunanba, during January, the rain falls for 27.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 217mm (8.54") of precipitation. In Gunanba, during the entire year, the rain falls for 314.3 days and collects up to 2023mm (79.65") of precipitation.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 12h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 18:05. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 18:13 +10.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January through March, May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 7 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Shield from overexposure. Defense against sun-related harm is required. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.

Frequently asked questions

Is it hot in Gunanba during January?
The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Gunanba, Papua New Guinea, during January are 28.5°C (83.3°F) and 25.8°C (78.4°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in January is computed to be 33°C (91.4°F).
What is the average humidity in January in Gunanba?
In January, the average relative humidity is 79%.
How many days does it rain in January in Gunanba?
In Gunanba, Papua New Guinea, during January, the rain falls for 27.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 217mm (8.54") of precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Gunanba have in January?
In Gunanba, the average day length in January is 12h and 20min.
When are sunrise and sunset in January in Gunanba?
In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 18:05. On the last day of the month, in Gunanba, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 18:13 +10.
What are the months with the most sunshine in Gunanba?
The months with the most sunshine in Gunanba are January and February, with an average of 9.7h of sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in January in Gunanba?
In January, the average sunshine duration in Gunanba, Papua New Guinea, is 9.7h.
When is the highest UV index in Gunanba?
January through March, May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Gunanba, Papua New Guinea.
What is the UV index reading in January in Gunanba?
The average daily maximum UV index in January in Gunanba is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January - Gunanba, Papua New Guinea
Average temperature in January
Gunanba, 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 - Gunanba, Papua New Guinea
Average pressure in January
Gunanba, 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 - Gunanba, Papua New Guinea
Average wind speed in January
Gunanba, 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 - Gunanba, Papua New Guinea
Average humidity in January
Gunanba, 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 - Gunanba, Papua New Guinea
Average rainfall in January
Gunanba, 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 - Gunanba, Papua New Guinea
Average rainfall days in January
Gunanba, 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 - Gunanba, Papua New Guinea
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Gunanba, 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 - Gunanba, Papua New Guinea
Average sunshine days in January
Gunanba, 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 - Gunanba, Papua New Guinea
Average UV index in January
Gunanba, 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 - Gunanba, Papua New Guinea
Average cloud cover in January
Gunanba, 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 - Gunanba, Papua New Guinea
Average visibility in January
Gunanba, 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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