January weather forecast
Malaguna, Papua New Guinea

January

Weather in January

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

Temperature

January records an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.5°C (83.3°F), indicating a minor variation from the preceding month. Malaguna's average temperature throughout the nights in January exhibits a minor decrease from daytime highs, stabilizing at a still moderately hot 25.8°C (78.4°F).

Heat index

The heat index for January is evaluated at a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Exercise heightened safety, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may provoke heatstroke.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. Under direct sunshine, the heat index values might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. This effect is personal, influenced by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, shaped by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Be aware that direct exposure to sunlight increases heat impact and may raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 79%.

Rainfall

In Malaguna, in January, it is raining for 27.1 days, with typically 217mm (8.54") of accumulated precipitation. In Malaguna, 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 January, sunrise is at 05:42 and sunset at 18:04. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:54 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 in Malaguna. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 7 in January suggests the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is January in Malaguna?
In Malaguna, in January, the average high-temperature is 28.5°C (83.3°F), and the average low-temperature is 25.8°C (78.4°F). In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 33°C (91.4°F).
What is the average humidity in January in Malaguna?
The average relative humidity in January in Malaguna, Papua New Guinea, is 79%.
How many days does it rain in January in Malaguna?
In January, in Malaguna, Papua New Guinea, the rain falls for 27.1 days. Throughout January, 217mm (8.54") of precipitation is accumulated.
What is the average length of the day in January in Malaguna?
The average day length in January in Malaguna, Papua New Guinea, is 12h and 20min.
When are sunrise and sunset in January in Malaguna?
In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:42 and sunset at 18:04. On the last day of the month, in Malaguna, Papua New Guinea, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 18:13 +10.
What is the month with the most sunshine in Malaguna?
January and February, with an average of 9.7h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.
How many hours of sunshine does Malaguna have in January?
In January, the average sunshine duration in Malaguna, Papua New Guinea, is 9.7h.
What are the months with the highest UV index in Malaguna?
January through March, May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Malaguna.
How high is the UV index in January in Malaguna?
The average daily maximum UV index in January in Malaguna is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Malaguna, 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
Malaguna, 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
Malaguna, 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
Malaguna, 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
Malaguna, 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
Malaguna, 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
Malaguna, 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
Malaguna, 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
Malaguna, 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
Malaguna, 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
Malaguna, 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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