January weather forecastBig Bend, Swaziland

January

Weather in January

January in Big Bend, Swaziland, starts off with increased humidity, characterized by a combination of high and low temperatures, moving from 17.4°C (63.3°F) to 27.3°C (81.1°F). Evidenced relative humidity at this time is 82%. Amid the plentiful sunshine, rain showers do appear, with total rainfall reaching 94mm (3.7"). The wind speed commences at 6.9km/h (4.3mph), signalling a gentle breezy weather. Interestingly, the city experiences a prolonged daylight period of 13.6 hours.

Temperature

January's arrival brings an average high-temperature of a still warm 27.3°C (81.1°F), slightly deviating from December's 27.5°C (81.5°F). During January, Big Bend sees a mean low-temperature of 17.4°C (63.3°F).

Heat index

January's average heat index is appraised at a hot 31°C (87.8°F). Exposure and extended activity could potentially cause a state of fatigue and lead to heat cramps.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Children frequently underestimate the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - thus, it is vital to stay hydrated, particularly during lengthy physical exercises.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

In Big Bend, in January, during 21.3 rainfall days, 94mm (3.7") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Big Bend, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.8 days and collects up to 549mm (21.61") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Big Bend, the average length of the day in January is 13h and 36min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:01 and sunset at 18:49. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:24 and sunset at 18:46 SAST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 8.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.

Updated: Jun 3, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

In Big Bend, in January, the average high-temperature is 27.3°C (81.1°F), and the average low-temperature is 17.4°C (63.3°F). In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 31°C (87.8°F).

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are most humid months in Big Bend, Swaziland.

The average relative humidity in January is 82%.

In Big Bend, in January, during 21.3 rainfall days, 94mm (3.7") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Big Bend, the average day length in January is 13h and 36min.

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:01 and sunset at 18:49. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:24 and sunset at 18:46 SAST.

In January, the average sunshine duration in Big Bend is 8.2h.

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year January F M A M J J A S O N D

Dec

January

Feb

Average high temperature

27.5°C

27.3°C

27.4°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

8.4km/h

8km/h

7.4km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

5.3

6.7

7.5

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Big Bend, Swaziland

Average high temperature in January: 27.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is December (27.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (21.4°C).

Average low temperature in January: 17.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (17.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (9.3°C).

Average pressure in January
Big Bend, Swaziland

Average pressure in January: 1014mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1014mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Big Bend, Swaziland

Average wind speed in January: 6.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (8.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (6.1km/h).

Average humidity in January
Big Bend, Swaziland

Average humidity in January: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (57%).

Average rainfall in January
Big Bend, Swaziland

Average rainfall in January: 94mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (110mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (4mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Big Bend, Swaziland

Average rainfall days in January: 21.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (22.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (3.6 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Big Bend, Swaziland

Average daylight in January: 13h and 36min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 30min).

Average sunshine in January: 8h and 12min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 9h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Big Bend, Swaziland

Average sunshine days in January: 6.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (25.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (5.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Big Bend, Swaziland

Average UV index in January: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 5).