January weather forecast
Takubar, Papua New Guinea

January

Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another warm summer month in Takubar, Papua New Guinea, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.8°C (78.4°F) and 28.5°C (83.3°F).

Temperature

Takubar's entry into January measures an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.5°C (83.3°F), closely parallel to the preceding month. Takubar'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 average heat index in January is calculated to be a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Take additional safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Prolonged activity may cause heatstroke.
Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is a fusion of air temperature and moisture levels to demonstrate the sensation of heat. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Awareness is key; direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally at greater risk than adults due to their limited sweating ability. In addition, their large skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production from their activities add to their vulnerability.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Takubar, during January, the rain falls for 27.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 217mm (8.54") of precipitation. In Takubar, Papua New Guinea, during the entire year, the rain falls for 314.3 days and collects up to 2023mm (79.65") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Takubar, the average length of the day in January is 12h and 20min.
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

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 Takubar 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 risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

Is it hot in Takubar during January?
The high-temperature in Takubar during January is 28.5°C (83.3°F) and the low-temperature is 25.8°C (78.4°F). In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 33°C (91.4°F).
What is the average humidity in January in Takubar?
In Takubar, Papua New Guinea, the average relative humidity in January is 79%.
How much does it rain in Takubar in January?
In Takubar, Papua New Guinea, 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 Takubar?
In January, the average day length is 12h and 20min.
When are sunrise and sunset in January in Takubar?
In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:42 and sunset at 18:05. On the last day of the month, in Takubar, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 18:13 +10.
What is the month with the most sunshine in Takubar?
January and February, with an average of 9.7h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Takubar, Papua New Guinea.
How many hours of sunshine does Takubar have in January?
The average sunshine duration in January in Takubar, Papua New Guinea, is 9.7h.
When is the highest UV index in Takubar?
The months with the highest UV index in Takubar, Papua New Guinea, are January through March, May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
What is the UV index reading in January in Takubar?
In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Takubar, Papua New Guinea, is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Takubar, 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
Takubar, 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
Takubar, 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
Takubar, 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
Takubar, 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
Takubar, 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
Takubar, 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
Takubar, 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
Takubar, 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
Takubar, 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
Takubar, 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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