January weather forecast
Cantia, Mozambique

January, the same as December, is a moderately hot summer month in Cantia, Mozambique, with an average temperature ranging between max 29.8°C (85.6°F) and min 25.9°C (78.6°F).

Temperature

The dawn of January sees an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 29.8°C (85.6°F), subtly contrasting with December's 30.4°C (86.7°F). Throughout January, Cantia's nights experience a slight temperature dip to 25.9°C (78.6°F).

Heat index

The heat index for January is appraised at a torrid 37°C (98.6°F). Greater safety measures are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Continuous activity might trigger heatstroke.
Regarding the heat index, one should be aware it's determined by shaded settings and mild winds. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Considering the impact of direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. Under conditions of increased relative humidity, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to retain more heat than under less humid conditions. Heat disorders may be on the horizon when body temperatures rise from inadequate heat management.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Cantia, in January, it is raining for 25.3 days, with typically 271mm (10.67") of accumulated precipitation. In Cantia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.3 days and collects up to 1047mm (41.22") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Cantia, the average length of the day in January is 12h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 04:56 and sunset at 17:50. On the last day of January, in Cantia, sunrise is at 05:13 and sunset at 17:54 CAT.

Sunshine

With an average of 7.8h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Cantia. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during January translates into these guidelines:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.