January weather forecast
Cristóbal, Dominican Republic

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Cristóbal, Dominican Republic, is another warm winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.3°C (81.1°F) and 20.8°C (69.4°F).

Temperature

January stands out as Cristóbal's coldest month, with temperatures ranging between an average high of 27.3°C (81.1°F) and a low of 20.8°C (69.4°F).

Heat index

For January, the heat index is estimated at a tropical 30°C (86°F). If exposure and activity are sustained, they might cause a feeling of weariness, resulting in heat cramps.
Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. 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 'real feel', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. The individual's impression of temperature can be shaped by additional aspects such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Children usually face more risks than adults as their ability to sweat is less. Additionally, their larger skin surface in relation to their petite bodies and higher heat output due to their activities increases their vulnerability.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Cristóbal is 74%.

Rainfall

In Cristóbal, in January, during 8.8 rainfall days, 13mm (0.51") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Cristóbal, there are 173.8 rainfall days, and 471mm (18.54") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 11h and 11min.
On the first day of January in Cristóbal, Dominican Republic, sunrise is at 07:16 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:18 and sunset at 18:38 AST.

Sunshine

January, February and December, with an average of 9.7h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. 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 maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.
Resources | Updated: Jan 27, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Cristóbal?

January proves to be the coldest month in Cristóbal, recording an average maximum temperature of 27.3°C (81.1°F) and a minimum temperature of 20.8°C (69.4°F).

What is the average January temperature in Cristóbal?

The high-temperature, in January, in Cristóbal, records 27.3°C (81.1°F), while the low-temperature is 20.8°C (69.4°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in January is estimated at 30°C (86°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Cristóbal?

In January, the average relative humidity in Cristóbal, Dominican Republic, is 74%.

How many days does it rain in January in Cristóbal?

In Cristóbal, during January, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 13mm (0.51") of precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in January in Cristóbal?

In Cristóbal, Dominican Republic, the average day length in January is 11h and 11min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Cristóbal?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 07:16 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:18 and sunset at 18:38 AST.

What are the months with the most sunshine in Cristóbal?

January, February and December, with an average of 9.7h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Cristóbal.

How many hours of sunshine does Cristóbal have in January?

In Cristóbal, Dominican Republic, the average sunshine duration in January is 9.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Cristóbal?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Cristóbal?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in January
Cristóbal, Dominican Republic

Average temperature in January - Cristóbal, Dominican Republic
  • Average high temperature in January: 27.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (30°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 20.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (24.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.8°C).

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Average pressure in January
Cristóbal, Dominican Republic

Average pressure in January - Cristóbal, Dominican Republic
  • Average pressure in January: 1016.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1016.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1012.6mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Cristóbal, Dominican Republic

Average wind speed in January - Cristóbal, Dominican Republic
  • Average wind speed in January: 13.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (15.1km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are October and November (10.6km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Cristóbal, Dominican Republic

Average humidity in January - Cristóbal, Dominican Republic
  • Average humidity in January: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (72%).

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Average rainfall in January
Cristóbal, Dominican Republic

Average rainfall in January - Cristóbal, Dominican Republic
  • Average rainfall in January: 13mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (77mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (12mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Cristóbal, Dominican Republic

Average rainfall days in January - Cristóbal, Dominican Republic
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Cristóbal, Dominican Republic

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Cristóbal, Dominican Republic
  • Average daylight in January: 11h and 1min

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

  • Average sunshine in January: 9h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are April and May (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Cristóbal, Dominican Republic

Average sunshine days in January - Cristóbal, Dominican Republic
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (5.3 days).

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Average UV index in January
Cristóbal, Dominican Republic

Average UV index in January - Cristóbal, Dominican Republic
  • Average UV index in January: 6

The months with the highest UV index are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 6).

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Average cloud cover in January
Cristóbal, Dominican Republic

Average cloud cover in January - Cristóbal, Dominican Republic
  • Average cloud cover in January: 15

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 26).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 15).

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Average visibility in January
Cristóbal, Dominican Republic

Average visibility in January - Cristóbal, Dominican Republic
  • 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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Cristóbal, Dominican Republic

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