January weather forecast
Bến Cát, Vietnam

January in Bến Cát, Vietnam, greets the locals and visitors with relatively cool and pleasant weather. With the lowest recorded high temperature of 31.9°C (89.4°F) in the year, January stands as the month with the coolest daytime heat. Despite this, the humidity remains high, making for a tropical climate feel throughout the month. As the weather transitions towards February, locals can expect a slow climb in temperatures. Rainfall remains moderate, signaling January as a good time to visit while avoiding the wetter months later in the year.

Temperature

January experiences an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.9°C (89.4°F), barely different from December's 31.2°C (88.2°F). Bến Cát temperatures generally rest at a low of 22.9°C (73.2°F) during the January nights.

Heat index

In January, the average heat index is computed to be a very hot 39°C (102.2°F). Preventive measures are required to mitigate the risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Continuous activity may precipitate heatstroke.
Know that the heat index computations account for shaded terrains and slight winds. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Children frequently underestimate the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - thus, it is vital to stay hydrated, particularly during lengthy physical exercises.
The process of perspiration is vital for the human body to get rid of excess warmth by allowing sweat to evaporate. An increase in relative humidity retards evaporation, subsequently reducing the body's heat removal rate and leading to a sensation of being overly warm. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 67%.

Rainfall

In Bến Cát, in January, during 8.6 rainfall days, 18mm (0.71") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Bến Cát, Vietnam, during the entire year, the rain falls for 241.7 days and collects up to 1294mm (50.94") of precipitation.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 11h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 17:41. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 17:56 +07.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Bến Cát are January and December, with an average of 6.9h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Bến Cát. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 7 in January suggests the following recommendations:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.