January weather forecast
Girardot, Colombia

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Weather in January

January in Girardot, Colombia, is a tropical winter month, with an average temperature varying between 16.6°C (61.9°F) and 30.1°C (86.2°F).

Temperature

The arrival of January brings an average high-temperature of a tropical 30.1°C (86.2°F), closely following the temperature pattern of December. Girardot's January nights represent a significant downturn from the day's heat, with an average temperature of 16.6°C (61.9°F).

Heat index

January's mean heat index is estimated at a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Take more safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are potential outcomes. Persistent activity might lead to heatstroke.
The standards for the heat index are set for locations in shade and under light breezes. When under direct sunshine, the heat index may be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. Direct exposure to sun rays can potentially augment the heat sensation, elevating the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 60%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 13.8 days and accumulates 32mm (1.26") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 11h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 17:59. On the last day of January, in Girardot, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:10 -05.

Sunshine

In Girardot, Colombia, the average sunshine in January is 9.5h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Girardot. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
Updated: Jan 25, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Girardot in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Girardot, records 30.1°C (86.2°F), while the low-temperature is 16.6°C (61.9°F). In January, 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, is estimated at 33°C (91.4°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Girardot?

The average relative humidity in January in Girardot is 60%.

What is the driest month in Girardot?

January is the month with the least rainfall in Girardot. Rain falls for 13.8 days and accumulates 32mm (1.26") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Girardot in January?

In Girardot, Colombia, in January, during 13.8 rainfall days, 32mm (1.26") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Girardot have in January?

In Girardot, the average day length in January is 11h and 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Girardot?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 17:59. On the last day of the month, in Girardot, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:10 -05.

How many hours of sunshine does Girardot have in January?

In Girardot, Colombia, the average sunshine duration in January is 9.5h.

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

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Girardot?

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Girardot, Colombia.

How high is the UV index in January in Girardot?

In Girardot, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in January
Girardot, Colombia

Average temperature in January - Girardot, Colombia
  • Average high temperature in January: 30.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (30.8°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June and July (28.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (18.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (16.4°C).

Average pressure in January
Girardot, Colombia

Average pressure in January - Girardot, Colombia
  • Average pressure in January: 1013.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1015.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1012.8mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Girardot, Colombia

Average wind speed in January - Girardot, Colombia
  • Average wind speed in January: 3.5km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (2.9km/h).

Average humidity in January
Girardot, Colombia

Average humidity in January - Girardot, Colombia
  • Average humidity in January: 60%

The month with the highest relative humidity is November (70%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (57%).

Average rainfall in January
Girardot, Colombia

Average rainfall in January - Girardot, Colombia
  • Average rainfall in January: 32mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (120mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (32mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Girardot, Colombia

Average rainfall days in January - Girardot, Colombia
  • Average rainfall days in January: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (27.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (13.8 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Girardot, Colombia

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Girardot, Colombia
  • Average daylight in January: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 9h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 8h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Girardot, Colombia

Average sunshine days in January - Girardot, Colombia
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (11.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (1.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Girardot, Colombia

Average UV index in January - Girardot, Colombia
  • Average UV index in January: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in January
Girardot, Colombia

Average cloud cover in January - Girardot, Colombia
  • Average cloud cover in January: 19

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 30).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in January
Girardot, Colombia

Average visibility in January - Girardot, Colombia
  • Average visibility in January: 10km

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

Girardot, Colombia

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