January weather forecast
Upata, Venezuela

January, like December, is a hot winter month in Upata, Venezuela, with temperature in the range of an average high of 31.7°C (89.1°F) and an average low of 21.3°C (70.3°F).

Temperature

Upata records a slight change with January's average high-temperatures adjusting to a still tropical 31.7°C (89.1°F) from December's 31.4°C (88.5°F). Upata records an average nighttime low-temperature of 21.3°C (70.3°F) throughout January.

Heat index

The heat index value for January is computed to be a blistering 41°C (105.8°F). Adopt heightened preventive measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Persistent activity could lead to heatstroke.
Remember that heat index calculations are made for conditions in the shade with light wind. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. The individual's impression of temperature can be affected by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Do note, being directly under sun rays can amplify the heat you feel, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
The physiological response of the human body to excess warmth is to perspire, thereby cooling itself through sweat evaporation. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. When body temperature rises due to excess heat gain beyond its removal capability, one might experience heat-related disorders.

Humidity

In Upata, the average relative humidity in January is 73%.

Rainfall

In Upata, during January, the rain falls for 16.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 22mm (0.87") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Upata, there are 246.7 rainfall days, and 776mm (30.55") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Upata, Venezuela, the average length of the day in January is 11h and 43min.
On the first day of January in Upata, Venezuela, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:03. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:16 -04.

Sunshine

In Upata, the average sunshine in January is 8.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 7 during January translates into the following directions:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.