January weather forecast
Mbutuy, Paraguay

January in Mbutuy, Paraguay, welcomes the year with its warmest temperatures, the average high peaking at 32.7°C (90.9°F). Coming out of December, January shows a slight increase in both temperature and humidity. The month carries the weight of the summer sun but balances the effect with regular rain showers. It is typical for people to seek shade during the day due to the high UV index. Observing the weather trends, one can anticipate a similar climate in the upcoming February.

Temperature

Mbutuy's warmest temperatures are experienced in January, with average high temperatures of 32.7°C (90.9°F) and lows of 22.1°C (71.8°F).

Heat index

During January, the heat index is evaluated at a life-threatening hot 45°C (113°F). Mind: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are anticipated. Heatstroke can develop with continued physical activity.
Know that the heat index computations account for shaded terrains and slight winds. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.
Evaporation of sweat is the main factor behind the cooling effect of perspiration in the human body. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Overheating and dehydration threats arise when heat gain goes beyond what the body can comfortably shed.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Mbutuy is 75%.

Rainfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 13h and 29min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 19:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 19:36 -03.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 8.6h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Mbutuy. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: During January, 7 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.