January weather forecast
Barbacoas, Venezuela

January, the same as December, in Barbacoas, Venezuela, is another hot winter month, with an average temperature varying between 22.2°C (72°F) and 33.6°C (92.5°F).

Temperature

As Barbacoas welcomes January, the average high-temperature stabilizes at a still tropical 33.6°C (92.5°F), showing little deviation from December's 32.5°C (90.5°F). The temperature lowers to an average of 22.2°C (72°F) during January nights.

Heat index

The heat index in January is estimated at an extremely hot 40°C (104°F). Adopt heightened safety measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may occur. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
Heat index's context suggests values are appropriate for shady areas and slight breezes. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. The impact of weather on an individual can be subjective, affected by the person's activity and heat perception, which can vary due to elements including wind, clothing, and metabolic differences. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Children usually face more risks than adults as their ability to sweat is less. Additionally, their larger skin surface in relation to their petite bodies and higher heat output due to their activities increases their vulnerability.
To achieve cooling, the human body employs perspiration, relying on the subsequent evaporation of sweat. Augmented relative humidity impedes typical body cooling mechanisms by lowering the evaporation rate, resulting in decreased body cooling and an amplified perception of heat. As the body accumulates more heat than it can release, body temperature goes up, increasing the risk of heat-related health issues.

Humidity

In Barbacoas, the average relative humidity in January is 58%.

Rainfall

In Barbacoas, during January, the rain falls for 3.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3mm (0.12") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 199.4 rainfall days, and 895mm (35.24") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Barbacoas, the average length of the day in January is 11h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:49 and sunset at 18:32 -04.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 9.5h.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In January, an average UV index of 7 transforms into the following instructions:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.