January weather forecast
Lingga, Malaysia

January, like December, in Lingga, Malaysia, is a moderately hot winter month, with an average temperature ranging between min 22.4°C (72.3°F) and max 29.8°C (85.6°F).

Temperature

January, with its average high-temperature of 29.8°C (85.6°F) and an average low-temperature of 22.4°C (72.3°F), holds the record as the coldest month.

Heat index

During January, the heat index is calculated to be a blistering 40°C (104°F). Ensure extra safety steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Long activity might lead to heatstroke.
Heat index data is primarily for areas with shade and subjected to light winds. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. This effect is subjective, differing among individuals based on their physical activity and perception of heat, which can be influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Keep in mind that direct sunshine exposure can amplify the weather's effects, possibly increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
Perspiring is how the human body naturally cools down, as sweat's evaporation takes away excess heat. An elevated level of relative humidity hinders evaporation, leading to decreased heat elimination from the body, inducing a sensation of excess heat. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.

Humidity

January, February and December, with an average relative humidity of 89%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Lingga, during January, the rain falls for 26.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 128mm (5.04") of precipitation. In Lingga, during the entire year, the rain falls for 307.7 days and collects up to 1442mm (56.77") of precipitation.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Lingga is 12h and 3min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 6:39 pm. On the last day of January, in Lingga, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:50 pm +08.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year in Lingga, Malaysia, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, March, June, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in January leads to these guidelines:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.