Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Goroka, Papua New Guinea, during January is characterized by an average temperature of 19°C (67°F). Highs can soar to 27°C (80°F), while lows may dip to 14°C (58°F). Typically, the humidity level in Goroka throughout January hovers around 89%.
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In January, Goroka averages 345 mm (13.6 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 24 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 25 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 5 hours 53 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 6% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In January, the UV Index in Goroka reaches a maximum of 16, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.
| 07:00 | 08:00 | 09:00 | 10:00 | 11:00 | 12:00 | 13:00 | 14:00 | 15:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 | 18:00 | 19:00 | |
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| UVI | 1 | 3 | 6 | 10 | 14 | 16 | 16 | 13 | 9 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | High | VeryHigh | Extreme | VeryHigh | Moderate | Low | |||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 25 min | 15 min | 10 min | 15 min | 30 min | 45 min | |||||