January weather forecast
Pagwi, Papua New Guinea

January, the same as December, is another warm summer month in Pagwi, Papua New Guinea, with an average temperature ranging between max 29.2°C (84.6°F) and min 25°C (77°F).

Temperature

In January, the average high-temperature registers at a still moderately hot 29.2°C (84.6°F), nearly identical to December's 29.1°C (84.4°F). Pagwi's average nighttime temperature in January modestly descends to a still warm 25°C (77°F).

Heat index

In January, the heat index is calculated to be a fiery hot 36°C (96.8°F). Adopt extra preventive measures, the occurrence of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is likely. Heatstroke may follow extended activity.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. One should be aware that direct sunshine can amplify the perceived temperature, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. 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.
Through perspiration, the body has a natural mechanism to eliminate excessive heat via sweat evaporation. Under high air temperature coupled with high humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is reduced, intensifying the sensation of heat. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 28.8 days. Throughout January, 228mm (8.98") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 333.4 rainfall days, and 2263mm (89.09") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Pagwi, the average length of the day in January is 12h and 20min.
On the first day of January in Pagwi, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 18:49 +10.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 7.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in January, converts into the following recommendations:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.