January weather forecast
Baitora, Vanuatu

Entering Vanuatu's New Year, Baitora becomes a canvas of varying humidity levels and heightened temperatures. Recognizing January as the month of humidity peaking at an average relative humidity of 80%, the city feels damp. Mild rainfall during this time, which rates at an average of 174mm (6.85"), further enhances this sensation. Coming after December, January experiences a decrease in visibility with a range from 10 km to 9 km. In spite of the apparent gloom, radiant sunshine measuring an average of 9.4 hours per day adds contrast to Baitora's January weather.

Temperature

Baitora greets January with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.4°C (83.1°F), marking a slight deviation from the preceding month. Baitora welcomes an average low temperature of 25.1°C (77.2°F) in January, a gentle shift from the day's high.

Heat index

January's heat index is estimated at a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Heightened precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Kids frequently ignore the importance of taking a break and rehydrating. Thirst is a late symptom of dehydration - thus, it is crucial to stay hydrated, especially during long-lasting physical activities.

Humidity

January, September, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Baitora, during January, the rain falls for 23.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 174mm (6.85") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Baitora, there are 235.3 rainfall days, and 1432mm (56.38") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Baitora is 12h and 55min.
On the first day of January in Baitora, sunrise is at 05:20 and sunset at 18:21. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:37 and sunset at 18:24 +11.

Sunshine

In Baitora, the average sunshine in January is 9.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Baitora are January, May through October, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.