January weather forecast
Retajado, Venezuela

January, like December, is another hot winter month in Retajado, Venezuela, with temperature in the range of an average high of 31.9°C (89.4°F) and an average low of 20.4°C (68.7°F).

Temperature

The beginning of January records an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.9°C (89.4°F), marking a negligible difference from December's 30.7°C (87.3°F). The nighttime temperature dips to an agreeable 20.4°C (68.7°F) on average during January.

Heat index

For January, the heat index is appraised at a very hot 38°C (100.4°F). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. 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. It is noteworthy to mention that direct sunlight exposure can augment the felt temperature, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Young ones often disregard the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst usually indicates advanced dehydration - hence, it is key to stay hydrated, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
Humans rely on perspiration as a cooling mechanism, wherein the evaporating sweat counteracts excessive warmth. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 63%.

Rainfall

In Retajado, in January, it is raining for 7.1 days, with typically 13mm (0.51") of accumulated precipitation. In Retajado, during the entire year, the rain falls for 214.9 days and collects up to 900mm (35.43") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Retajado, the average length of the day in January is 11h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:51 and sunset at 18:26. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:57 and sunset at 18:40 -04.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through April, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 7 translates into the following recommendations:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.