January weather forecast
San Francisco Lempa, El Salvador

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another hot winter month in San Francisco Lempa, El Salvador, with an average temperature varying between 31.5°C (88.7°F) and 18.9°C (66°F).

Temperature

January's commencement is accompanied by an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.5°C (88.7°F), diverging marginally from December's 30.8°C (87.4°F). Against the high January temperatures, San Francisco Lempa records an average drop to a comfortable 18.9°C (66°F) at night.

Heat index

For most parts of January, the heat index is appraised at a fiery hot 37°C (98.6°F). Undertake additional precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.
Know that the heat index computations account for shaded terrains and slight winds. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', unifies temperature and humidity readings to offer a comprehensive feel of warmth. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally at greater risk than adults due to their limited sweating ability. In addition, their large skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production from their activities add to their vulnerability.
When it comes to cooling down, the human body's primary method is through perspiration, making use of sweat evaporation to eliminate excess heat. Under high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, perspiration is limited, and the perception of heat is increased. Heat-related disorders may develop if heat gain in the body overshadows its cooling capacity, leading to elevated temperatures.

Humidity

In San Francisco Lempa, El Salvador, the average relative humidity in January is 63%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall in San Francisco Lempa. Rain falls for 1.5 days and accumulates 1mm (0.04") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in San Francisco Lempa is 11h and 25min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 17:39. On the last day of January, in San Francisco Lempa, El Salvador, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 17:55 CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 7.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, June through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in San Francisco Lempa in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in San Francisco Lempa, records 31.5°C (88.7°F), while the low-temperature is 18.9°C (66°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in January is appraised at 37°C (98.6°F).

What is the average humidity in January in San Francisco Lempa?

In San Francisco Lempa, the average relative humidity in January is 63%.

What is the driest month in San Francisco Lempa?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 1.5 days and typically collects 1mm (0.04") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in San Francisco Lempa in January?

In January, the rain falls for 1.5 days. Throughout January, 1mm (0.04") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in San Francisco Lempa?

In January, the average day length in San Francisco Lempa, El Salvador, is 11h and 25min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in San Francisco Lempa?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 17:39. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 17:55 CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in San Francisco Lempa?

The months with the least sunshine in San Francisco Lempa, El Salvador, are January and December, with an average of 7.7h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does San Francisco Lempa have in January?

In San Francisco Lempa, El Salvador, the average sunshine duration in January is 7.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in San Francisco Lempa?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in San Francisco Lempa?

In San Francisco Lempa, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
San Francisco Lempa, El Salvador

Average temperature in January - San Francisco Lempa, El Salvador
  • Average high temperature in January: 31.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (34.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is October (29.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (22.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (18.6°C).

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Average pressure in January
San Francisco Lempa, El Salvador

Average pressure in January - San Francisco Lempa, El Salvador
  • Average pressure in January: 1013.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.7mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are May and October (1011.4mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
San Francisco Lempa, El Salvador

Average wind speed in January - San Francisco Lempa, El Salvador
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (4.2km/h).

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Average humidity in January
San Francisco Lempa, El Salvador

Average humidity in January - San Francisco Lempa, El Salvador
  • Average humidity in January: 63%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (59%).

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Average rainfall in January
San Francisco Lempa, El Salvador

Average rainfall in January - San Francisco Lempa, El Salvador
  • Average rainfall in January: 1mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (242mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
San Francisco Lempa, El Salvador

Average rainfall days in January - San Francisco Lempa, El Salvador
  • Average rainfall days in January: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (27.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.5 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
San Francisco Lempa, El Salvador

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - San Francisco Lempa, El Salvador
  • Average daylight in January: 11h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in January
San Francisco Lempa, El Salvador

Average sunshine days in January - San Francisco Lempa, El Salvador
  • Average sunshine days in January: 29 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (29 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (1.3 days).

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Average UV index in January
San Francisco Lempa, El Salvador

Average UV index in January - San Francisco Lempa, El Salvador
  • Average UV index in January: 6

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

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Average cloud cover in January
San Francisco Lempa, El Salvador

Average cloud cover in January - San Francisco Lempa, El Salvador
  • Average cloud cover in January: 14

The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 14).

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Average visibility in January
San Francisco Lempa, El Salvador

Average visibility in January - San Francisco Lempa, El Salvador
  • Average visibility in January: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (7km).

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