January weather forecastSelous, Zimbabwe

January

Weather in January

January, the same as December, is a moderately hot summer month in Selous, Zimbabwe, with an average temperature varying between 18.7°C (65.7°F) and 28.2°C (82.8°F).

Temperature

Selous's January showcases an average high-temperature of a warm 28.2°C (82.8°F), hardly distinct from December's 30°C (86°F). January brings an average low-temperature of 18.7°C (65.7°F) to Selous.

Heat index

For most parts of January, the heat index is evaluated at a tropical 32°C (89.6°F). With prolonged exposure and constant activity, one might feel exhausted and experience heat cramps.
It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. The impact of weather is individual, with diverse individuals experiencing it differently due to variations in body mass, height, and activity levels. Considering the impact of direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Children often do not understand the need to rest and hydrate. Thirst is a late manifestation of dehydration - therefore, it is essential to stay hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Selous is 74%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 24.6 days and accumulates 173mm (6.81") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 13h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:25 and sunset at 18:37. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 05:44 and sunset at 18:38 CAT.

Sunshine

In Selous, the average sunshine in January is 10.4h.

UV index

In Selous, Zimbabwe, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 during January translates into the following directions:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.

Frequently asked questions

An average high-temperature, in January, in Selous, is 28.2°C (82.8°F) and the average low-temperature is 18.7°C (65.7°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in January is evaluated at 32°C (89.6°F).

In Selous, the average relative humidity in January is 74%.

The month with the most rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 24.6 days and typically aggregates up to 173mm (6.81") of precipitation.

In Selous, in January, it is raining for 24.6 days, with typically 173mm (6.81") of accumulated precipitation.

In Selous, the average day length in January is 13h and 4min.

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:25 and sunset at 18:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:44 and sunset at 18:38 CAT.

In January, the average sunshine duration is 10.4h.

In Selous, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Selous, Zimbabwe

  • Average high temperature in January: 28.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (33.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (24.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (19.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (9.8°C).

Average pressure in January
Selous, Zimbabwe

  • Average pressure in January: 1011.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1022mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.6mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Selous, Zimbabwe

  • Average wind speed in January: 8.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (12.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (8.7km/h).

Average humidity in January
Selous, Zimbabwe

  • Average humidity in January: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (32%).

Average rainfall in January
Selous, Zimbabwe

  • Average rainfall in January: 173mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (173mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Selous, Zimbabwe

  • Average rainfall days in January: 24.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (24.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.3 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Selous, Zimbabwe

  • Average daylight in January: 13h and 6min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 10h and 24min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Selous, Zimbabwe

  • Average sunshine days in January: 4.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (3.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Selous, Zimbabwe

  • Average UV index in January: 6

The months with the highest UV index are September, October and November (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in January
Selous, Zimbabwe

  • Average cloud cover in January: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 3).

Average visibility in January
Selous, Zimbabwe

  • Average visibility in January: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (9km).