January weather forecast
Golela, Swaziland

Golela, Swaziland, welcomes the new year under warm and humid conditions typical for a subtropical climate. With the highest temperatures ranging from 27.3°C (81.1°F) to 17.4°C (63.3°F), January's heat sets the scene for the rest of the summer. Despite the high temperatures, expect a reasonable 82% relative humidity and a fair chance of rainfall. The weather pattern continues to invoke the summer spirit with extended daylight hours and the presence of sunshine for a considerable part of the month. The month ends, setting the stage for a similar weather pattern in the coming month - February.

Temperature

January's onset records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 27.3°C (81.1°F), a near match to December's 27.5°C (81.5°F). Throughout the month of January, Golela witnesses an average temperature of 17.4°C (63.3°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for January is estimated at a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). Exhaustion might be the outcome of enduring exposure and continuous activity, with a risk of heat cramps.
Know that the heat index computations account for shaded terrains and slight winds. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Youngsters typically face more danger than adults since they sweat less. Their larger skin surface compared to their small bodies and heightened heat production from their activities augment their vulnerability.

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Golela, in January, it is raining for 21.3 days, with typically 94mm (3.7") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 156.8 rainfall days, and 549mm (21.61") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Golela, the average length of the day in January is 13h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:00 and sunset at 18:50. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 05:24 and sunset at 18:47 SAST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 8.2h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.