January weather forecast
Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala

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Weather in January

The New Year in Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala, begins with mild temperatures and generally dry weather. A notable feature is the clear visibility over 10km (6.2mi) and lower winds averaging around 6.1km/h (3.8mph). Cloud coverage remains minimal, permitting ample daylight and sunshine. Outdoor activities can be enjoyed, thanks to the lower rainfall days. Overall, January presents comfortable weather conditions, synonymous with the dry season seen in this region of Guatemala.

Temperature

Santa Cruz del Quiché marks the start of January with an average high-temperature of a still agreeable 21.9°C (71.4°F), hinting at a slight fluctuation from December's 21.7°C (71.1°F). In January, Santa Cruz del Quiché records an average nighttime temperature of 10.2°C (50.4°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 72%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 12.8 days and accumulates 14mm (0.55") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Santa Cruz del Quiché is 11h and 22min.
On the first day of January in Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 17:45. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 18:02 CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala, is 8.1h.

UV index

January through October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Santa Cruz del Quiché. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 5 transforms into these recommendations:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.
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Frequently asked questions

What are January temperatures in Santa Cruz del Quiché?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Santa Cruz del Quiché, is 21.9°C (71.4°F), while the average low-temperature is 10.2°C (50.4°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Santa Cruz del Quiché?

In Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala, the average relative humidity in January is 72%.

What is the driest month in Santa Cruz del Quiché?

The month with the least rainfall in Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala, is January, when the rain falls for 12.8 days and typically collects 14mm (0.55") of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Santa Cruz del Quiché?

In Santa Cruz del Quiché, in January, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 14mm (0.55") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in January in Santa Cruz del Quiché?

In Santa Cruz del Quiché, the average day length in January is 11h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Santa Cruz del Quiché?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 17:45. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 18:02 CST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Santa Cruz del Quiché?

In Santa Cruz del Quiché, the average sunshine duration in January is 8.1h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Santa Cruz del Quiché?

January through October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Santa Cruz del Quiché?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Santa Cruz del Quiché is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in January
Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala

Average temperature in January - Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala
  • Average high temperature in January: 21.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (23.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is October (20.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 10.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (14.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.2°C).

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Average pressure in January
Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala

Average pressure in January - Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala
  • Average pressure in January: 1015.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1015.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1012.6mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala

Average wind speed in January - Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (6.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (4.1km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala

Average humidity in January - Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala
  • Average humidity in January: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (69%).

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Average rainfall in January
Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala

Average rainfall in January - Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala
  • Average rainfall in January: 14mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (372mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (14mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala

Average rainfall days in January - Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala
  • Average rainfall days in January: 12.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are June and October (29.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.8 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala
  • Average daylight in January: 11h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 8h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala

Average sunshine days in January - Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala
  • Average sunshine days in January: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (0.5 days).

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Average UV index in January
Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala

Average UV index in January - Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala
  • Average UV index in January: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is November (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in January
Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala

Average cloud cover in January - Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala
  • Average cloud cover in January: 19

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 19).

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Average visibility in January
Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala

Average visibility in January - Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala
  • Average visibility in January: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February and March (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, August, September and October (8km).

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Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala

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