January weather forecast
Tacuarembo, Uruguay

Displaying the typical summer characteristics, January holds the distinction of being the hottest month in Tacuarembó, Uruguay. Seeing highs reaching 30.3°C (86.5°F), the weather feels scorching throughout most of the days, subsequently cooling to the comfortably warm evenings. This month witnesses an increase in relative humidity providing some relief from the heat. The consistent drizzles and rainfall days also add to the moisture content in the air. While sunshine hours hint at the longer days, the high UV index warns of strong sun rays.

Temperature

Tacuarembo's warmest month, January, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 30.3°C (86.5°F) to a low of 18.7°C (65.7°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for January is estimated at a fiery hot 35°C (95°F). More safety actions are required, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Long-term activity may precipitate heatstroke.
Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', gives a temperature feeling by integrating air temperature and humidity. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. One should be aware that direct sunshine can amplify the perceived temperature, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.
Humans rely on perspiration as a cooling mechanism, wherein the evaporating sweat counteracts excessive warmth. Elevated relative humidity diminishes evaporation, thereby reducing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a feeling of being too warm. Overheating and potential dehydration arise when body heat gain eclipses its release capability.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 66%.

Rainfall

In Tacuarembo, during January, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 118mm (4.65") of precipitation. In Tacuarembo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 120 days and collects up to 1427mm (56.18") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 13h and 56min.
On the first day of January in Tacuarembo, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 19:52. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 19:46 -03.

Sunshine

With an average of 9.1h of sunshine, January has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Tacuarembo are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index reading of 11, and higher, represents an extreme health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 12 transforms into these recommendations:
Take all required precautions, as unprotected skin and eyes can burn in minutes. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Regularly apply and reapply a broad-spectrum sunscreen with a minimum SPF 30 every two hours, or straight after swimming or an outdoor activity.