January weather forecast
Porterville, South Africa

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Porterville, South Africa, is a moderately hot summer month, with an average temperature ranging between min 15.8°C (60.4°F) and max 28.7°C (83.7°F).

Temperature

January's weather records an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.7°C (83.7°F), showing little deviation from December. January is characterized by a distinct thermal shift, with nighttime lows averaging at a moderate 15.8°C (60.4°F).

Heat index

Throughout January, the heat index is evaluated at a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). Exhaustion becomes probable with enduring exposure and activity, potentially causing heat cramps.
Consider that heat index readings are for situations in the shade and light wind. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Kids generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Porterville are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 61%.

Rainfall

In Porterville, during January, the rain falls for 5.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 14mm (0.55") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Porterville, South Africa, there are 98.9 rainfall days, and 437mm (17.2") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Porterville, the average length of the day in January is 14h and 2min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 19:56. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 19:48 SAST.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are January and December, with an average of 11.2h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Porterville are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in January leads to these recommendations:
Enforce precautions and stick to sun safety measures. Preservation from skin and eye damage is essential. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Porterville in January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 28.7°C (83.7°F) and 15.8°C (60.4°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in January is evaluated at 31°C (87.8°F).

What are the least humid months in Porterville?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 61%, are the least humid months in Porterville, South Africa.

What is the average humidity in January in Porterville?

In January, the average relative humidity is 61%.

How many days does it rain in January in Porterville?

In Porterville, in January, it is raining for 5.2 days, with typically 14mm (0.55") of accumulated precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Porterville have in January?

The average day length in January is 14h and 2min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Porterville?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 19:56. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 19:48 SAST.

What is the month with the most sunshine in Porterville?

The months with the most sunshine are January and December, with an average of 11.2h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Porterville have in January?

In Porterville, South Africa, the average sunshine duration in January is 11.2h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Porterville?

The months with the highest UV index in Porterville, South Africa, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Porterville?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Porterville is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in January
Porterville, South Africa

Average temperature in January - Porterville, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in January: 28.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (29.1°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June and July (16.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 15.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (15.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (6.7°C).

Average pressure in January
Porterville, South Africa

Average pressure in January - Porterville, South Africa
  • Average pressure in January: 1013.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1022.1mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are January and February (1013.3mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Porterville, South Africa

Average wind speed in January - Porterville, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in January: 11.4km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and November (11.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (9.4km/h).

Average humidity in January
Porterville, South Africa

Average humidity in January - Porterville, South Africa
  • Average humidity in January: 61%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (61%).

Average rainfall in January
Porterville, South Africa

Average rainfall in January - Porterville, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in January: 14mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (107mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (6mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Porterville, South Africa

Average rainfall days in January - Porterville, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (12.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.7 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Porterville, South Africa

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Porterville, South Africa
  • Average daylight in January: 14h and 0min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 11h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Porterville, South Africa

Average sunshine days in January - Porterville, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in January: 23.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (24.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (16.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Porterville, South Africa

Average UV index in January - Porterville, South Africa
  • Average UV index in January: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in January
Porterville, South Africa

Average cloud cover in January - Porterville, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in January: 14

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 33).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in January
Porterville, South Africa

Average visibility in January - Porterville, South Africa
  • Average visibility in January: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (9km).

Porterville, South Africa

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