January weather forecast
Mlawula, Swaziland

January presents a vibrant start to the year in Mlawula, Swaziland, with the mercury maintaining a balance between a high of 30.2°C (86.4°F) and a low of 21.7°C (71.1°F). January is packed with lush weather supported by 70mm (2.76") of rainfall throughout the month. The city is also witness to an exciting natural display as humidity hovers around 77%. The weather remains consistently mild, creating a comfortable environment. The variations in temperature, rainfall, and humidity make for an excellent climate during January.

Temperature

The advent of January in Mlawula denotes an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.2°C (86.4°F), subtly different from December's 30.5°C (86.9°F). In Mlawula, an average nighttime temperature of 21.7°C (71.1°F) is expected during January.

Heat index

The heat index for January is appraised at a sweltering 37°C (98.6°F). Adopt additional preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential outcomes. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
Know that the heat index computations account for shaded terrains and slight winds. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. The effect is experienced differently by individuals, hinging on unique characteristics such as body mass, stature, and level of activity. It is noteworthy that being in direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
Perspiring is how the human body naturally cools down, as sweat's evaporation takes away excess heat. When relative humidity is at high levels, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to keep more heat than it would in less humid conditions. Rising body temperatures due to excess heat retention could signify impending heat disorders.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and March, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In Mlawula, Swaziland, in January, during 18 rainfall days, 70mm (2.76") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Mlawula, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135.5 days and collects up to 406mm (15.98") of precipitation.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 13h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:02 and sunset at 18:47. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 05:25 and sunset at 18:45 SAST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 8.9h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 7 in January translates into the following instructions:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.