January weather forecast
San Juan, Dominican Republic

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Weather in January

January in San Juan, Dominican Republic exhibits a mild climate. The weather begins to gradually warm up, still, it is one of the coldest months of the year. Notably, there is an average rainfall of 20mm (0.79") across 12 days which indicates a dry start for the year. Although not as warm as the forthcoming months, outdoor activities can still be thoroughly enjoyed. With around 11.1 hours of daylight, tourists and locals get decent exposure to the sun.

Temperature

In San Juan, the coldest period comes during January, November and December, when the average high-temperature touches 29°C (84.2°F).

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 12 days and accumulates 20mm (0.79") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in San Juan is 11h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:18 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 07:19 and sunset at 18:37 AST.

Sunshine

January, May, September through December, with an average of 7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 8. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the UV index of 8 transforms into the following advice:
Being careless can result in skin and eye damage. Always take the necessary safety measures. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in San Juan?

January, November and December are known as San Juan's coldest months, with an average high-temperature of 29°C (84.2°F).

How hot is it in San Juan in January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 29°C (84.2°F) and 14°C (57.2°F) respectively.

What is the driest month in San Juan?

The month with the least rainfall in San Juan, Dominican Republic, is January, when the rain falls for 12 days and typically collects 20mm (0.79") of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in San Juan?

In San Juan, in January, during 12 rainfall days, 20mm (0.79") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does San Juan have in January?

The average day length in January in San Juan is 11h and 8min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in San Juan?

On the first day of January in San Juan, sunrise is at 07:18 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:19 and sunset at 18:37 AST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in San Juan?

The months with the least sunshine in San Juan, Dominican Republic, are January, May, September through December, with an average of 7h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in San Juan?

In San Juan, Dominican Republic, the average sunshine duration in January is 7h.

When is the lowest UV index in San Juan?

The months with the lowest UV index in San Juan, Dominican Republic, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 8.

How high is the UV index in January in San Juan?

In San Juan, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 8. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average temperature in January
San Juan, Dominican Republic

Average temperature in January - San Juan, Dominican Republic
  • Average high temperature in January: 29°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July, August and September (32°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January, November and December (29°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 14°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are May, June, August and September (19°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14°C).

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Average rainfall in January
San Juan, Dominican Republic

Average rainfall in January - San Juan, Dominican Republic
  • Average rainfall in January: 20mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (189mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (20mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
San Juan, Dominican Republic

Average rainfall days in January - San Juan, Dominican Republic
  • Average rainfall days in January: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (16 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February, March and April (10 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
San Juan, Dominican Republic

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - San Juan, 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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 7h

The months with the most sunshine are February, March, April, June, July and August (Average sunshine: 8h).
The months with the least sunshine are January, May, September, October, November and December (Average sunshine: 7h).

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Average UV index in January
San Juan, Dominican Republic

Average UV index in January - San Juan, Dominican Republic
  • Average UV index in January: 8

The months with the highest UV index are March, April, May, June, July, August and September (UV index 12).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 8).

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San Juan, Dominican Republic

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