January weather forecast
Hoedspruit, South Africa

January, like December, in Hoedspruit, South Africa, is another warm summer month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 19.9°C (67.8°F) and 29.7°C (85.5°F).

Temperature

Hoedspruit, South Africa, ushers in January with an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 29.7°C (85.5°F), showing a close resemblance to the previous month. During January, Hoedspruit records an average temperature of 19.9°C (67.8°F) at night.

Heat index

January's average heat index is appraised at a very hot 35°C (95°F). Implement enhanced safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Sustained activity might result in heatstroke.
Heat index determinations are made taking into account the shade and light air movements. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.
To offset high temperatures, the human body releases sweat which, upon evaporation, cools it down. With excessive moisture in the atmosphere, the effectiveness of the evaporation process is decreased, causing the body to cool down less efficiently, leading to a sensation of overheating. Potential thermal conditions emerge as the body's heat gain outpaces its cooling mechanisms.

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 72%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Hoedspruit, in January, it is raining for 19.6 days, with typically 79mm (3.11") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Hoedspruit, there are 132.9 rainfall days, and 420mm (16.54") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Hoedspruit, the average length of the day in January is 13h and 27min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:10 and sunset at 18:47. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:32 and sunset at 18:46 SAST.

Sunshine

In Hoedspruit, the average sunshine in January is 9.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Hoedspruit are January through April, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 6 in January transforms into this advice:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.