January weather forecast
Eton, Vanuatu

In Eton, Vanuatu, January is the kick-off of the year and is characterized by increased temperatures and humidity levels. This month, weather patterns are consistent with frequent showers, often culminating in an average precipitation measurement of 112mm (4.41"). An observable shift from the bright holiday season, January sees the balance of daylight and sunlight hours slightly tilted towards the latter, enhancing the tropical feel of the season. Casual breezes rustle through the palm trees, typically alluding to the presence of trade winds. With an abundance of cloud cover, the daytime views often feature picturesque panoramas of cloud-streaked blue skies.

Temperature

The transition into January marks the average high-temperature at a still moderately hot 27.9°C (82.2°F), differing minimally from December's 27.4°C (81.3°F). An average low-temperature of 27.1°C (80.8°F) is witnessed throughout the month of January, a mere drop from the daytime peak.

Heat index

In January, the heat index is evaluated at a hot 31°C (87.8°F). Continued exposure and engagement in activity might trigger tiredness and subsequently heat cramps.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. Heat index values might soar by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with exposure to direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.

Humidity

January, May, July through September, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Eton, during January, the rain falls for 22.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 112mm (4.41") of precipitation. In Eton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 231.1 days and collects up to 1033mm (40.67") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 13h and 4min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:13 and sunset at 18:24. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:31 and sunset at 18:26 +11.

Sunshine

In Eton, the average sunshine in January is 9.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 7 in January, converts into the following recommendations:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.