January weather forecast
Onamahoka, Namibia

January

Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Onamahoka, Namibia, is another hot summer month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 22.7°C (72.9°F) and an average high of 31.4°C (88.5°F).

Temperature

Onamahoka observes an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.4°C (88.5°F) in January, barely different from 31.8°C (89.2°F) in December. Onamahoka anticipates an average minimum temperature of 22.7°C (72.9°F) in the month of January.

Heat index

In January, the heat index is evaluated at a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Exercise heightened safety, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may provoke heatstroke.
The standards for the heat index are set for locations in shade and under light breezes. 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 'apparent temperature', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. 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 largely significant for babies and toddlers. Young ones regularly neglect the requirement for rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late stage of dehydration - so, it is necessary to keep hydrated, particularly during extended periods of physical exertion.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 48%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16.3 days and accumulates 62mm (2.44") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Onamahoka is 13h and 2min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 19:34. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 19:35 CAT.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. 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. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.

Frequently asked questions

Is it hot during January?
January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 31.4°C (88.5°F) and a low-temperature of 22.7°C (72.9°F). In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 33°C (91.4°F).
What is the average humidity in January?
In Onamahoka, the average relative humidity in January is 48%.
What is the wettest month?
The month with the most rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 16.3 days and typically aggregates up to 62mm (2.44") of precipitation.
How much does it rain in January?
In Onamahoka, during January, the rain falls for 16.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 62mm (2.44") of precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Onamahoka have in January?
In January, the average day length is 13h and 2min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in January?
In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 19:34. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 19:35 CAT.
How long on average sun shines in January?
In January, the average sunshine duration is 9h.
What are the months with the highest UV index?
January, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.
What is the UV index intensity in January?
In Onamahoka, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average temperature in January - Onamahoka, Namibia
Average temperature in January
Onamahoka, Namibia
  • Average high temperature in January: 31.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (35.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (26.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 22.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (23.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (11.3°C).

Average pressure in January - Onamahoka, Namibia
Average pressure in January
Onamahoka, Namibia
  • Average pressure in January: 1009.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1018.7mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are January and December (1009.4mbar).

Average wind speed in January - Onamahoka, Namibia
Average wind speed in January
Onamahoka, Namibia
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (13.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (9.6km/h).

Average humidity in January - Onamahoka, Namibia
Average humidity in January
Onamahoka, Namibia
  • Average humidity in January: 48%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (55%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (17%).

Average rainfall in January - Onamahoka, Namibia
Average rainfall in January
Onamahoka, Namibia
  • Average rainfall in January: 62mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (62mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are May, June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average rainfall days in January - Onamahoka, Namibia
Average rainfall days in January
Onamahoka, Namibia
  • Average rainfall days in January: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (17.5 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Onamahoka, Namibia
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Onamahoka, Namibia
  • Average daylight in January: 13h and 0min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 9h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are August and September (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 8h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January - Onamahoka, Namibia
Average sunshine days in January
Onamahoka, Namibia
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12.6 days

The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.2 days).

Average UV index in January - Onamahoka, Namibia
Average UV index in January
Onamahoka, Namibia
  • Average UV index in January: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in January - Onamahoka, Namibia
Average cloud cover in January
Onamahoka, Namibia
  • Average cloud cover in January: 28

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and March (Cloud cover 28).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 1).

Average visibility in January - Onamahoka, Namibia
Average visibility in January
Onamahoka, Namibia
  • Average visibility in January: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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