January weather forecast
Anaco, Venezuela

January, the same as December, in Anaco, Venezuela, is another hot winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 21.9°C (71.4°F) and 31.1°C (88°F).

Temperature

Anaco's transition from December to January introduces an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.1°C (88°F), marking an insignificant variation from the 30.5°C (86.9°F). An average low-temperature of 21.9°C (71.4°F) is observed during January nights.

Heat index

For January, the heat index is calculated to be a torrid 37°C (98.6°F). Adopt extra preventive measures, the occurrence of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is likely. Heatstroke may follow extended activity.
Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is a composite of temperature and humidity figures to convey how warm it feels. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. 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 of high significance for children. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
When it comes to cooling down, the human body's primary method is through perspiration, making use of sweat evaporation to eliminate excess heat. In high relative humidity, the body's ability to evaporate heat is diminished, resulting in a heightened feeling of warmth. When body heat isn't effectively managed, risks of dehydration and overheating amplify.

Humidity

In Anaco, the average relative humidity in January is 68%.

Rainfall

In Anaco, in January, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 12mm (0.47") of accumulated precipitation. In Anaco, during the entire year, the rain falls for 228.7 days and collects up to 965mm (37.99") of precipitation.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Anaco, Venezuela, is 11h and 39min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 18:08. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 18:22 -04.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 8h.

UV index

January through September and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 7 in January translates into these instructions:
Stand by precautions and apply sun safety measures. Evading sunburn is of great importance. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.