January weather forecast
Pigcawayan, Philippines

January, the same as December, in Pigcawayan, Philippines, is a hot winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 30.8°C (87.4°F) and an average low of 21.6°C (70.9°F).

Temperature

January registers an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.8°C (87.4°F), slightly varied from December's 31.2°C (88.2°F). Pigcawayan cools down to an average low-temperature of 21.6°C (70.9°F) throughout the month of January.

Heat index

Throughout January, the heat index is estimated at a blistering 40°C (104°F). Implement enhanced safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Sustained activity might result in heatstroke.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. A direct sunlight exposure may boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not comprehend the need for rest and hydration. Thirst is an advanced stage of dehydration - staying hydrated, especially during extended physical exercises, is essential.
The natural method the human body uses to remove excess heat is by perspiring and letting sweat evaporate. In situations of high air temperature combined with high humidity (significant heat index), the body's ability to perspire is reduced, heightening the sense of warmth. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 78%.

Rainfall

In Pigcawayan, during January, the rain falls for 22.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 86mm (3.39") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 282.2 rainfall days, and 1300mm (51.18") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Pigcawayan, the average length of the day in January is 11h and 45min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 5:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 5:49 pm PST.

Sunshine

With an average of 7.6h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, June, July, September and October, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.