January weather forecast
Bububu, Tanzania

January, the same as December, is another warm summer month in Bububu, Tanzania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.4°C (84.9°F) and 27°C (80.6°F).

Temperature

As Bububu welcomes January, the average high-temperature stabilizes at a still warm 29.4°C (84.9°F), maintaining alignment with December's conditions. Bububu's average temperature throughout the nights in January exhibits a minor decrease from daytime highs, stabilizing at a still moderately hot 27°C (80.6°F).

Heat index

The heat index in January is appraised at a fiery hot 35°C (95°F). Adopt extra preventive measures, the occurrence of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is likely. Heatstroke may follow extended activity.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. Heat index values have the potential to be boosted by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. 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. 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 especially vital to children. Young ones regularly neglect the requirement for rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late stage of dehydration - so, it is necessary to keep hydrated, particularly during extended periods of physical exertion.
Normally, the human body cools itself through perspiration, which removes excessive heat by evaporating sweat. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.

Humidity

January, April, May and November, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months in Bububu.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 16.6 days. Throughout January, 56mm (2.2") of precipitation is accumulated. In Bububu, during the entire year, the rain falls for 255.1 days and collects up to 1172mm (46.14") of precipitation.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Bububu is 12h and 26min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:40. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:47 EAT.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 8.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 7 during January translates into the following directions:
Stand by precautions and apply sun safety measures. Evading sunburn is of great importance. 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. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.