January weather forecastMoengo, Suriname

Weather in January

Arriving into the new year, January in Moengo, Suriname boasts a fairly consistent tropical climate, characterized by high humidity. Variations from the norm are moderate, indicating a stable weather pattern. Notably, the month sees highs of 29.4°C (84.9°F) and a minimum of 22.4°C (72.3°F), accompanied by a relative humidity hitting 82%. Sunshine is not entirely absent, casting a bright demeanor over the city for a few hours per day. The wind also complements the weather providing gentle breezes that alleviate the humid atmosphere.

Temperature

Moengo experiences an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 29.4°C (84.9°F) in January, marking an insignificant shift from 30.2°C (86.4°F) in December. Moengo observes an average low-temperature of 22.4°C (72.3°F) during January.

Heat index

The heat index value for January is calculated to be a very hot 36°C (96.8°F). Implement enhanced safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Sustained activity might result in heatstroke.
Consider that heat index readings are for situations in the shade and light wind. Under direct sunshine, the heat index values might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. The impact of weather on an individual can be subjective, affected by the person's activity and heat perception, which can vary due to elements including wind, clothing, and metabolic differences. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. When there is an excess of moisture in the atmosphere, the efficiency of the evaporation process is lessened, leading to less efficient body cooling and a sensation of overheating. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.

Humidity

In Moengo, the average relative humidity in January is 82%.

Rainfall

In Moengo, in January, it is raining for 23.6 days, with typically 54mm (2.13") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 253 rainfall days, and 878mm (34.57") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 11h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 18:35. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:54 and sunset at 18:47 -03.

Sunshine

In Moengo, the average sunshine in January is 6.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through June and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in January interprets into the following advice:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.