January weather forecast
Praia do Tofo, Mozambique

The New Year in Praia do Tofo, Mozambique comes with warm tropical conditions, marked with high humidity and impressive showers. With the highest rainfall seen at 108mm (4.25"), January turns into a festival of showers, creating a humid, lush green environment. Beachgoers usually experience sea temperatures hovering around 28°C (82.4°F), ideal for recreational activities in and around the water. Windsurfers benefit from regular breezes, making January a prime month for water sports. Ciphering between December and February, January positions itself as a humid month, while offering a rich, tropical experience.

Temperature

January's arrival brings an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.3°C (84.7°F), slightly deviating from December's 29.2°C (84.6°F). Praia do Tofo, during the nights of January, averages a temperature close to its daytime high, at a still moderately hot 24.3°C (75.7°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for January is calculated to be a sweltering 35°C (95°F). Ensure additional precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.
Heat index data is primarily for areas with shade and subjected to light winds. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. The individual's experience of temperature can be shaped by numerous aspects such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Being aware that direct sunlight can impact the felt heat might mean an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Children regularly disregard the necessity to rest and replenish fluids. Thirst is a late symptom of dehydration - thus, maintaining hydration, particularly during long-lasting physical activities, is essential.
In high temperatures, perspiration kicks in, allowing the human body to cool down through the evaporation of sweat. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. Excessive heat gain, when not shed effectively by the body, can result in increasing body temperatures and related hazards.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

January is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 21.3 days and accumulates 108mm (4.25") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

The months with the warmest seawater are January through March, with an average sea temperature of 28°C (82.4°F).
Note: For activities such as swimming and diving, temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are perceived as particularly pleasant and satisfying for prolonged periods without feeling uneasy.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 13h and 25min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 04:53 and sunset at 18:28. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:15 and sunset at 18:27 CAT.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 9.6h.

UV index

January, March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 7 in January leads to these recommendations:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Caution! The reflection of sand and water significantly increases the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.