January weather forecast
Kuraip, Papua New Guinea

January

Weather in January

January, like December, in Kuraip, Papua New Guinea, is another warm summer month, with an average temperature varying between 25.8°C (78.4°F) and 28.5°C (83.3°F).

Temperature

The arrival of January coincides with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.5°C (83.3°F), indicating a minimal shift from December's 29°C (84.2°F). Kuraip records a slight downturn to an average a still warm 25.8°C (78.4°F) during the nights of January.

Heat index

For January, the heat index is evaluated at a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Extra safeguards are necessary to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Prolonged activity might cause heatstroke.
In reference to the heat index, it's for places in shade and with a slight wind. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. The impact of temperature is individual, as people's perception of weather may change based on their body mass, height, and physical activity. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Kuraip, Papua New Guinea, is 79%.

Rainfall

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

Daylight

In Kuraip, the average length of the day in January 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

The months with the highest UV index in Kuraip are January through March, May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during January, leads to the following recommendations:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Kuraip in January?
During January, Kuraip experiences an average high-temperature of 28.5°C (83.3°F) and a low-temperature of 25.8°C (78.4°F). In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 33°C (91.4°F).
What is the average humidity in January in Kuraip?
The average relative humidity in January in Kuraip is 79%.
How many days does it rain in January in Kuraip?
In January, in Kuraip, Papua New Guinea, the rain falls for 27.1 days. Throughout January, 217mm (8.54") of precipitation is accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Kuraip have in January?
In January, the average day length in Kuraip, Papua New Guinea, is 12h and 20min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Kuraip?
On the first day of January in Kuraip, Papua New Guinea, 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 is the month with the most sunshine in Kuraip?
The months with the most sunshine in Kuraip are January and February, with an average of 9.7h of sunshine.
How many hours of sunshine does Kuraip have in January?
In Kuraip, the average sunshine duration in January is 9.7h.
What is the month with the highest UV index in Kuraip?
January through March, May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Kuraip, Papua New Guinea.
What is the UV index intensity in January in Kuraip?
In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Kuraip, Papua New Guinea, is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Kuraip, 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
Kuraip, 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
Kuraip, 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
Kuraip, 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
Kuraip, 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
Kuraip, 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
Kuraip, 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
Kuraip, 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
Kuraip, 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
Kuraip, 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
Kuraip, 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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