January weather forecast
Ta'anea, Tonga

January in Ta'anea, Tonga, ushers in the year with high temperatures fluctuating between 24°C (75.2°F) to 29°C (84.2°F). It is often the month the territory receives the second-highest rainfall with 220mm (8.66") pour over 18 days, setting a humid landscape. The sea mirrors the warm condition with temperatures close to those on land. Despite the persistent rain, there is some respite as daylight in this period averages around just over half of each day. Ushering in the wet season, the weather conditions in this month contrast to the drier months ahead.

Temperature

With January's arrival, Ta'anea notes an average high-temperature of a still warm 29°C (84.2°F), closely following the trend of the preceding month. Ta'anea, during January nights, witnesses an average temperature marginally cooler than its daytime highs, at a still moderately hot 24°C (75.2°F).

Rainfall

In January, in Ta'anea, Tonga, the rain falls for 18 days. Throughout January, 220mm (8.66") of precipitation is accumulated. In Ta'anea, Tonga, during the entire year, the rain falls for 115 days and collects up to 1908mm (75.12") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

January through April, with an average sea temperature of 28°C (82.4°F), are months with the warmest seawater in Ta'anea.
Note: Swimming, diving, and other water-related activities in temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are considered highly enjoyable and satisfying for longer durations without uneasiness.

Daylight

In Ta'anea, the average length of the day in January is 13h and 6min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 19:16. On the last day of January, in Ta'anea, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 19:17 +13.

Sunshine

January and March, with an average of 18h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Ta'anea.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Ta'anea are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an extreme health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 12 in January converts into the following recommendations:
Undertake all key precautions, as unprotected skin and eyes may get burns in no time. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Regardless of cloud cover, it's recommended to apply generously and reapply often a sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30, especially after swimming or any outdoor activity. Attention! UV radiation is markedly stronger with water and sand reflections.