January weather forecast
Tufutafoe, Samoa

January in Tufutafoe, Samoa starts the year on a warm note, with some of the highest humidity levels of the year. Rainfall is also significantly high, shaping the landscape into a lush, verdant paradise. With a notable amount of daylight and sunshine hours, it is a conducive time for outdoor activities. Waves of cool winds from 19.2km/h (11.9mph) to a maximum of 20.1km/h (12.5mph) sweep over the city, offering much-needed respite from the heat. As February approaches, the weather conditions stay relatively consistent, setting the stage for another month of warm temperatures and high rainfall.

Temperature

January's arrival registers an average high-temperature of a still warm 27.3°C (81.1°F), closely aligning with the temperature of the previous month. Tufutafoe's January nights exhibit a subtle drop in temperature, averaging at a still moderately hot 26.3°C (79.3°F), closely aligned with the daytime highs.

Heat index

During January, the heat index is calculated to be a tropical 30°C (86°F). Prolonged activity during exposure might result in a state of fatigue and cause heat cramps.
Heat index's context suggests values are appropriate for shady areas and slight breezes. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', shows a temperature sensation when both heat and moisture conditions are combined. Depending on the activity and the individual's heat perception, which may vary due to factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variations, this effect remains subjective. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 80%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 28.8 days and typically aggregates up to 459mm (18.07") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 12h and 49min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 19:01. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 19:05 +13.

Sunshine

January and February, with an average of 7.1h of sunshine, are months with the least 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. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 7 translates into the following recommendations:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. 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. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.