January weather forecast
Belén, Paraguay

January, like December, is a hot summer month in Belén, Paraguay, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.7°C (90.9°F) and 22.1°C (71.8°F).

Temperature

Belén's warmest month, January, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 32.7°C (90.9°F) to a low of 22.1°C (71.8°F).

Heat index

In January, the average heat index is evaluated at a burning hot 45°C (113°F). Attention: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are quite likely. Heatstroke becomes a risk with continued exertion.
When considering the heat index, it's pivotal to note it is for shade and mild wind conditions. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Consider the sun's direct rays and their impact; they can potentially increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young ones often disregard the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst usually indicates advanced dehydration - hence, it is key to stay hydrated, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
The body's inherent cooling system operates through perspiration, wherein evaporating sweat offsets excessive heat. Under conditions of increased relative humidity, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to retain more heat than under less humid conditions. Overheating and dehydration threats arise when heat gain goes beyond what the body can comfortably shed.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Belén is 75%.

Rainfall

In Belén, in January, it is raining for 20.3 days, with typically 106mm (4.17") of accumulated precipitation. In Belén, Paraguay, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166 days and collects up to 911mm (35.87") of precipitation.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Belén is 13h and 23min.
On the first day of January in Belén, Paraguay, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 19:39. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 19:37 -03.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Belén is 8.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Belén are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests this advice:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. 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. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.