January weather forecast
Riobamba, Ecuador

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Weather in January

The New Year in Riobamba, Ecuador, brings with it relatively cool temperatures and a high chance of rainfall. The high amount of cloud cover, reaching around 47% in January, usually leads to damp, overcast conditions. Despite acidic rainfall from 160mm (6.3") to 187mm (7.36"), the city experiences fallen snow peaking at 106mm (4.17") in days characterized with approximately 3.8 days of snowfall. The wind speed is relatively gentle, making the chill of the weather more tolerable. Towards the end of the month, one might notice a slight drop in rainfall and an increase in sunny days.

Temperature

January's arrival in Riobamba shows an average high-temperature of a still fresh 12.6°C (54.7°F), hardly different from the previous month. Throughout January, the temperature in Riobamba, Ecuador, falls to an average low of 5.4°C (41.7°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 85%.

Rainfall

In Riobamba, during January, the rain falls for 29.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 160mm (6.3") of precipitation. In Riobamba, Ecuador, during the entire year, the rain falls for 327.5 days and collects up to 1706mm (67.17") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Riobamba, Ecuador, are January through December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 3.8 days and accumulates 106mm (4.17") of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 12h and 13min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:24. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:33 -05.

Sunshine

In Riobamba, the average sunshine in January is 7.8h.

UV index

January, March, May, June, August through October, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In January, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are January temperatures in Riobamba?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Riobamba, is 12.6°C (54.7°F), while the average low-temperature is 5.4°C (41.7°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Riobamba?

In January, the average relative humidity in Riobamba is 85%.

How much does it rain in Riobamba in January?

In January, the rain falls for 29.1 days. Throughout January, 160mm (6.3") of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Riobamba?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Riobamba, Ecuador. Snow falls for 3.8 days and accumulates 106mm (4.17") of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Riobamba?

In Riobamba, Ecuador, in January, snow falls for 3.8 days, with typically accumulated 106mm (4.17") of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Riobamba have in January?

In January, the average day length in Riobamba is 12h and 13min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Riobamba?

On the first day of January in Riobamba, Ecuador, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:24. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:33 -05.

How many hours of sunshine does Riobamba have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 7.8h.

When is the highest UV index in Riobamba?

The months with the highest UV index in Riobamba, Ecuador, are January, March, May, June, August through October, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Riobamba?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Riobamba is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Riobamba, Ecuador

Average temperature in January - Riobamba, Ecuador
  • Average high temperature in January: 12.6°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are October and November (13.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (11.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 5.4°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are February and March (6.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (3.8°C).

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Average pressure in January
Riobamba, Ecuador

Average pressure in January - Riobamba, Ecuador
  • Average pressure in January: 1013.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1015.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1012.8mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Riobamba, Ecuador

Average wind speed in January - Riobamba, Ecuador
  • Average wind speed in January: 6km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are July and August (8.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (5.1km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Riobamba, Ecuador

Average humidity in January - Riobamba, Ecuador
  • Average humidity in January: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is April (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (81%).

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Average rainfall in January
Riobamba, Ecuador

Average rainfall in January - Riobamba, Ecuador
  • Average rainfall in January: 160mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (223mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (46mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Riobamba, Ecuador

Average rainfall days in January - Riobamba, Ecuador
  • Average rainfall days in January: 29.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (30.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (20.9 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Riobamba, Ecuador

Average snowfall in January - Riobamba, Ecuador
  • Average snowfall in January: 106mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (106mm).
The month with the least snowfall is September (18mm).

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Average snowfall days in January
Riobamba, Ecuador

Average snowfall days in January - Riobamba, Ecuador
  • Average snowfall days in January: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (4.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March and August (2.3 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Riobamba, Ecuador

Average sunshine days in January - Riobamba, Ecuador
  • Average sunshine days in January: 0.2 days

The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (4.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (0 days).

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Average UV index in January
Riobamba, Ecuador

Average UV index in January - Riobamba, Ecuador
  • Average UV index in January: 3

The months with the highest UV index are January, March, May, June, August, September and October (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, April, July, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Riobamba, Ecuador

Average cloud cover in January - Riobamba, Ecuador
  • Average cloud cover in January: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in January
Riobamba, Ecuador

Average visibility in January - Riobamba, Ecuador
  • Average visibility in January: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are August and September (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May and December (7km).

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