January weather forecast
Quito, Ecuador

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The tall iconic building of the Basilica del Voto in Quito, Ecuador, with a view of the city in extension
The tall iconic building of the Basilica del Voto in Quito, Ecuador, with a view of the city in extension

Weather in January

January in Quito, Ecuador, introduces the New Year with the higher end of temperatures peaking at 16°C (60.8°F) and a considerable volume of precipitation at 135mm (5.31"). Although the city is drenched most of this month, it does not detract from its sheer beauty and vibrant culture. The rain adds a fresh, revitalizing feel to the foliage blanketing the city. A distinctly cloudy month, sightseers will witness a sky typically covered 59%, catering to captivating sunsets as light refracts off the clouds. As the days pass, the temperature dips slightly, leading to a shift in conditions for the upcoming month.

Temperature

January's onset brings an average high-temperature of an enjoyable 16°C (60.8°F), showing a minute difference from December's 15.8°C (60.4°F). In the month of January, Quito experiences an average low-temperature of 8.8°C (47.8°F).

Humidity

In Quito, the average relative humidity in January is 87%.

Rainfall

In January, in Quito, the rain falls for 25.8 days. Throughout January, 135mm (5.31") of precipitation is accumulated. In Quito, during the entire year, the rain falls for 322.7 days and collects up to 1835mm (72.24") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Quito, the average length of the day in January is 12h and 8min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:21. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:31 -05.

Sunshine

In Quito, the average sunshine in January is 5.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January, March through December, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 4 in January transforms into the following instructions:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average January temperature in Quito?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Quito, is 16°C (60.8°F), while the average low-temperature is 8.8°C (47.8°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Quito?

The average relative humidity in January in Quito, Ecuador, is 87%.

How many days does it rain in January in Quito?

In Quito, Ecuador, in January, during 25.8 rainfall days, 135mm (5.31") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

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

In January, the average day length is 12h and 8min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Quito?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:21. On the last day of the month, in Quito, Ecuador, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:31 -05.

How long on average sun shines in January in Quito?

In Quito, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.7h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Quito?

January, March through December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index in Quito, Ecuador.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Quito?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Quito, Ecuador, is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Quito, Ecuador

Average temperature in January - Quito, Ecuador
  • Average high temperature in January: 16°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (17.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (15.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 8.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (9.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (7.6°C).

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Average pressure in January
Quito, Ecuador

Average pressure in January - Quito, Ecuador
  • Average pressure in January: 1013.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1015.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1012.9mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Quito, Ecuador

Average wind speed in January - Quito, Ecuador
  • Average wind speed in January: 4.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (6.8km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are February and April (4.3km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Quito, Ecuador

Average humidity in January - Quito, Ecuador
  • Average humidity in January: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

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Average rainfall in January
Quito, Ecuador

Average rainfall in January - Quito, Ecuador
  • Average rainfall in January: 135mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (229mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (78mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Quito, Ecuador

Average rainfall days in January - Quito, Ecuador
  • Average rainfall days in January: 25.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (30.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (22.7 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Quito, Ecuador

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Quito, Ecuador
  • Average daylight in January: 12h and 1min

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

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are August and September (Average sunshine: 8h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is March (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Quito, Ecuador

Average sunshine days in January - Quito, Ecuador
  • Average sunshine days in January: 3.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (4.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (0.3 days).

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Average UV index in January
Quito, Ecuador

Average UV index in January - Quito, Ecuador
  • Average UV index in January: 4

The months with the highest UV index are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in January
Quito, Ecuador

Average cloud cover in January - Quito, Ecuador
  • Average cloud cover in January: 59

The months with the most cloud cover are March, April and November (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in January
Quito, Ecuador

Average visibility in January - Quito, Ecuador
  • Average visibility in January: 6km

The months with the highest visibility are July, August and September (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and April (6km).

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