January weather forecast
Río Claro, Venezuela

January, the same as December, in Río Claro, Venezuela, is another hot winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 31.9°C (89.4°F) and min 20.4°C (68.7°F).

Temperature

The average high-temperature during January is a still hot 31.9°C (89.4°F), almost matching the conditions of the preceding month. Throughout the month of January, Río Claro witnesses an average temperature of 20.4°C (68.7°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in January is estimated at a sweltering 38°C (100.4°F). Heightened precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. Exposure to the direct sun might augment heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. Additional elements encompassing metabolic differences, the degree of physical activity, and attire can impact the individual's perception of temperature. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Youngsters often neglect the necessity for rest and hydration. Thirst is a sign of advancing dehydration - thus the importance of maintaining hydration, specifically during long-lasting physical activities.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. Relative humidity in excess curtails evaporation, therefore reducing heat dissipation from the body, leading to feelings of excess heat. Overheating can ensue when the body accumulates more heat than it can release, and dehydration severity may vary.

Humidity

In Río Claro, Venezuela, the average relative humidity in January is 63%.

Rainfall

In Río Claro, in January, it is raining for 7.1 days, with typically 13mm (0.51") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 214.9 rainfall days, and 900mm (35.43") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Río Claro, Venezuela, the average length of the day in January is 11h and 37min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:54 and sunset at 18:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:59 and sunset at 18:41 -04.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine 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 of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests these recommendations:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.