January weather forecastCaballococha, Peru

Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Caballococha, Peru, is another tropical summer month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 22.3°C (72.1°F) and an average high of 30°C (86°F).

Temperature

With the onset of January, Caballococha's average high-temperature clocks in at a still tropical 30°C (86°F), showing a minor fluctuation from the previous month. Caballococha's nights in January experience an average temperature drop to a pleasant 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Heat index

For most parts of January, the heat index is evaluated at a scorching 41°C (105.8°F). Undertake special precautions, the probability of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Prolonged activity may provoke heatstroke.
Know that the heat index computations account for shaded terrains and slight winds. The heat index values could be amplified by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is a metric representing the sensation of warmth when air temperature and moisture come together. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Direct sunlight can potentially raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees, so it's crucial to consider. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.
The body's natural response to excessive warmth is perspiration, as it allows for cooling through sweat evaporation. With high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, sweat production is restricted, leading to an amplified perception of heat. Excessive heat gain, when not shed effectively by the body, can result in increasing body temperatures and related hazards.

Humidity

January through April, with an average relative humidity of 90%, are the most humid months in Caballococha, Peru.

Rainfall

In January, in Caballococha, the rain falls for 25.3 days. Throughout January, 175mm (6.89") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 241.2 rainfall days, and 1245mm (49.02") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 12h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:35 and sunset at 17:55. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 18:03 -05.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Caballococha is 6.1h.

UV index

January through June, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Caballococha. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in January translates into the following instructions:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.