January weather forecast
Palauli, Samoa

January

Weather in January

Starting the year, Palauli, Samoa experiences tropic weather, characterized by high temperatures and significant rainfall. The climate in January shows similarities to the coming month, February, with just slight drops in temperature and decrease in humidity, making these months comparable. Yet, January stands out with the highest rainfall observed, marking 175mm (6.89"). The beginning of the year is usually cloudy, contributing to the overall humid and warm feeling. Wind speed also plays a significant role in January's climate, making the heat more tolerable.

Temperature

The ushering in of January in Palauli brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.5°C (83.3°F), closely mirroring the 28.3°C (82.9°F) of December. January is characterized by a steady nighttime low-temperature of 27.6°C (81.7°F).

Heat index

In January, the average heat index is estimated at a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Incorporate special precautions, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is substantial. Sustained activity could cause heatstroke.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. Exposure to direct sunlight may make the heat index values climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. Additional elements encompassing metabolic differences, the degree of physical activity, and attire can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Consider the fact that direct sun exposure can influence how hot one feels, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Youngsters frequently overlook the need for breaks and fluid intake. Thirst is an advanced sign of dehydration - thereby highlighting the importance of keeping hydrated, particularly during long physical activities.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 76%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 19.9 days and typically aggregates up to 175mm (6.89") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Palauli, Samoa, the average length of the day in January is 12h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 19:01. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 19:04 +13.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 7.9h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In January, a regular UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in January?
The high-temperature, in January, in Palauli, records 28.5°C (83.3°F), while the low-temperature is 27.6°C (81.7°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in January is estimated at 33°C (91.4°F).
What is the average humidity in January?
The average relative humidity in January is 76%.
What is the wettest month in Palauli?
The month with the most rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 19.9 days and typically aggregates up to 175mm (6.89") of precipitation.
How much does it rain in January?
In Palauli, during January, the rain falls for 19.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 175mm (6.89") of precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in January?
In January, the average day length is 12h and 50min.
When are sunrise and sunset in January?
In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 19:01. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 19:04 +13.
How many hours of sunshine does Palauli have in January?
The average sunshine duration in January is 7.9h.
When is the highest UV index?
The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
What is the month with the lowest UV index?
The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
What is the UV index intensity in January?
In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Palauli, Samoa
  • Average high temperature in January: 28.5°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are March and April (28.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is September (27.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 27.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (27.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (26°C).

Average pressure in January
Palauli, Samoa
  • Average pressure in January: 1007.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1012.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1007.5mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Palauli, Samoa
  • Average wind speed in January: 17.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (24.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (14.8km/h).

Average humidity in January
Palauli, Samoa
  • Average humidity in January: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July, August and September (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (75%).

Average rainfall in January
Palauli, Samoa
  • Average rainfall in January: 175mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (175mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (57mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Palauli, Samoa
  • Average rainfall days in January: 19.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (22.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (18.7 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Palauli, Samoa
  • Average daylight in January: 12h and 5min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is March (Average sunshine: 8h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Palauli, Samoa
  • Average sunshine days in January: 10 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (10.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (2.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Palauli, Samoa
  • Average UV index in January: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).

Average cloud cover in January
Palauli, Samoa
  • Average cloud cover in January: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in January
Palauli, Samoa
  • Average visibility in January: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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