January weather forecastVikindu, Tanzania
January
Weather in January
January, the same as December, in Vikindu, Tanzania, is another hot summer month, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.5°C (86.9°F) and min 25.3°C (77.5°F).Temperature
As December transitions into January, the average high-temperature rests at a still tropical 30.5°C (86.9°F), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. During January, the average low-temperature is a warm 25.3°C (77.5°F).Heat index
In January, the average heat index is calculated to be a very hot 39°C (102.2°F). Adopt enhanced safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps could occur. Continuous activity may induce heatstroke.Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. The heat index has the potential to rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sunshine exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is the result of factoring in humidity to the air temperature, indicating perceived warmth. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.
The innate cooling system of the human body revolves around perspiration, with the evaporation of sweat being central to this process. When relative humidity increases, the body's capacity to evaporate heat decreases, leading to a heightened sense of warmth. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.
Humidity
In Vikindu, the average relative humidity in January is 78%.Rainfall
In Vikindu, in January, it is raining for 20.3 days, with typically 49mm (1.93") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Vikindu, there are 255.3 rainfall days, and 734mm (28.9") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
In Vikindu, the average length of the day in January is 12h and 29min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 18:41. On the last day of January, in Vikindu, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:48 EAT.
Sunshine
In Vikindu, the average sunshine in January is 8.1h.UV index
January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Vikindu. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The UV index of 7 during January translates into the following guidance:
Stay clear of intense sun exposure. Solar protection is of utmost significance. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Vikindu, Tanzania
- Average high temperature in January: 30.5°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are February and March (30.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (27.6°C).
- Average low temperature in January: 25.3°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are January and February (25.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (21.3°C).
Average pressure in January
Vikindu, Tanzania
- Average pressure in January: 1010.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1016.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010mbar).
Average wind speed in January
Vikindu, Tanzania
- Average wind speed in January: 14.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (15.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (9.5km/h).
Average humidity in January
Vikindu, Tanzania
- Average humidity in January: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is April (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and September (75%).
Average rainfall in January
Vikindu, Tanzania
- Average rainfall in January: 49mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (154mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (21mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Vikindu, Tanzania
- Average rainfall days in January: 20.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (26.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (17.5 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Vikindu, Tanzania
- Average daylight in January: 12h and 30min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in January: 8h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 8h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in January
Vikindu, Tanzania
- Average sunshine days in January: 5.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (7.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (2.6 days).
Average UV index in January
Vikindu, Tanzania
- Average UV index in January: 7
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in January
Vikindu, Tanzania
- Average cloud cover in January: 39
The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in January
Vikindu, Tanzania
- 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).
