January weather forecast
Iawakaka, Papua New Guinea

January

Weather in January

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

Temperature

Iawakaka experiences a transition to a still warm 28.5°C (83.3°F) in average high-temperatures with the arrival of January, not greatly differing from December's 29°C (84.2°F). Iawakaka's nighttime temperatures in January reveal a minimal variation from the daytime highs, averaging at a still warm 25.8°C (78.4°F).

Heat index

For January, the heat index is evaluated at a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Ensure additional precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is a fusion of air temperature and moisture levels to demonstrate the sensation of heat. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Younglings are generally more in peril than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Coupled with a larger skin surface relative to their tiny bodies and greater heat production because of their activity, they become more at risk.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In January, in Iawakaka, the rain falls for 27.1 days. Throughout January, 217mm (8.54") of precipitation is accumulated. In Iawakaka, during the entire year, the rain falls for 314.3 days and collects up to 2023mm (79.65") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 12h and 20min.
On the first day of January in Iawakaka, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 18:05. On the last day of the month, 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

The months with the highest UV index are January through March, May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is January in Iawakaka?
The high-temperature, in January, in Iawakaka, records 28.5°C (83.3°F), while the low-temperature is 25.8°C (78.4°F). In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 33°C (91.4°F).
What is the average humidity in January in Iawakaka?
In Iawakaka, the average relative humidity in January is 79%.
How much does it rain in Iawakaka in January?
In Iawakaka, Papua New Guinea, in January, during 27.1 rainfall days, 217mm (8.54") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
What is the average length of the day in January in Iawakaka?
The average day length in January in Iawakaka, Papua New Guinea, is 12h and 20min.
When are sunrise and sunset in January in Iawakaka?
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, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 18:13 +10.
What are the months with the most sunshine in Iawakaka?
January and February, with an average of 9.7h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in January in Iawakaka?
In January, the average sunshine duration is 9.7h.
What are the months with the highest UV index in Iawakaka?
January through March, May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.
What is the UV index reading in January in Iawakaka?
The average daily maximum UV index in January in Iawakaka is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January - Iawakaka, Papua New Guinea
Average temperature in January
Iawakaka, 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 - Iawakaka, Papua New Guinea
Average pressure in January
Iawakaka, 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 - Iawakaka, Papua New Guinea
Average wind speed in January
Iawakaka, 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 - Iawakaka, Papua New Guinea
Average humidity in January
Iawakaka, 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 - Iawakaka, Papua New Guinea
Average rainfall in January
Iawakaka, 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 - Iawakaka, Papua New Guinea
Average rainfall days in January
Iawakaka, 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 - Iawakaka, Papua New Guinea
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Iawakaka, 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 - Iawakaka, Papua New Guinea
Average sunshine days in January
Iawakaka, 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 - Iawakaka, Papua New Guinea
Average UV index in January
Iawakaka, 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 - Iawakaka, Papua New Guinea
Average cloud cover in January
Iawakaka, 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 - Iawakaka, Papua New Guinea
Average visibility in January
Iawakaka, 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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