January weather forecast
Korai, Papua New Guinea

January

Weather in January

January, like December, in Korai, Papua New Guinea, is a moderately hot summer month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 28.5°C (83.3°F) and an average low of 25.8°C (78.4°F).

Temperature

Korai records a slight change with January's average high-temperatures adjusting to a still moderately hot 28.5°C (83.3°F) from December's 29°C (84.2°F). The month of January shows a minor drop from daytime temperatures, generally recording a low average of 25.8°C (78.4°F).

Heat index

Throughout January, the heat index is estimated at a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Extra precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible outcomes. Extended activity could lead to heatstroke.
The standards for the heat index are set for locations in shade and under light breezes. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. It is noteworthy that being in direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Daylight

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

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine 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 Korai. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during January leads to these instructions:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Korai in January?
The high-temperature, in January, in Korai, records 28.5°C (83.3°F), while the low-temperature is 25.8°C (78.4°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in January is estimated at 33°C (91.4°F).
What is the average humidity in January in Korai?
In January, the average relative humidity is 79%.
How much does it rain in Korai in January?
In Korai, during January, the rain falls for 27.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 217mm (8.54") of precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in January in Korai?
In Korai, Papua New Guinea, the average day length in January is 12h and 21min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Korai?
On the first day of January in Korai, sunrise is at 05:42 and sunset at 18:05. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 18:13 +10.
What is the month with the most sunshine in Korai?
January and February, with an average of 9.7h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Korai.
How many hours of sunshine does Korai have in January?
In January, the average sunshine duration is 9.7h.
What is the month with the highest UV index in Korai?
January through March, May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Korai, Papua New Guinea.
What is the UV index intensity in January in Korai?
In Korai, Papua New Guinea, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January - Korai, Papua New Guinea
Average temperature in January
Korai, 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 - Korai, Papua New Guinea
Average pressure in January
Korai, 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 - Korai, Papua New Guinea
Average wind speed in January
Korai, 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 - Korai, Papua New Guinea
Average humidity in January
Korai, 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 - Korai, Papua New Guinea
Average rainfall in January
Korai, 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 - Korai, Papua New Guinea
Average rainfall days in January
Korai, 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 - Korai, Papua New Guinea
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Korai, 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 - Korai, Papua New Guinea
Average sunshine days in January
Korai, 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 - Korai, Papua New Guinea
Average UV index in January
Korai, 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 - Korai, Papua New Guinea
Average cloud cover in January
Korai, 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 - Korai, Papua New Guinea
Average visibility in January
Korai, 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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