January weather forecast
Punta Sal, Peru

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is a moderately hot summer month in Punta Sal, Peru, with an average temperature ranging between max 28.1°C (82.6°F) and min 22°C (71.6°F).

Temperature

As December turns into January, the average high-temperatures rest at a still moderately hot 28.1°C (82.6°F), showing a minor variation from the prior month. Punta Sal, in January, witnesses an average low-temperature of 22°C (71.6°F).

Heat index

In January, the average heat index is estimated at a hot 31°C (87.8°F). Persisting in activity during exposure could lead to weariness and subsequently to heat cramps.
One should be cognizant that the heat index values are tailored for shaded spots and mild winds. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. One must note that being under the direct sun can escalate the heat's effects, with the heat index possibly rising by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Punta Sal is 72%.

Rainfall

In Punta Sal, in January, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 20mm (0.79") of accumulated precipitation. In Punta Sal, during the entire year, the rain falls for 74.9 days and collects up to 174mm (6.85") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Punta Sal, the average length of the day in January is 12h and 19min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:45 -05.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Punta Sal is 8.4h.

UV index

January, March through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during January, leads to the following recommendations:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it hot in Punta Sal during January?

The high-temperature during January is 28.1°C (82.6°F) and the low-temperature is 22°C (71.6°F). In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 31°C (87.8°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Punta Sal?

In January, the average relative humidity in Punta Sal is 72%.

How many days does it rain in January in Punta Sal?

In Punta Sal, in January, during 10.8 rainfall days, 20mm (0.79") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Punta Sal?

The average day length in January in Punta Sal, Peru, is 12h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Punta Sal?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:37. On the last day of the month, in Punta Sal, Peru, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:45 -05.

How long on average sun shines in January in Punta Sal?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Punta Sal, Peru, is 8.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Punta Sal?

January, March through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Punta Sal.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Punta Sal?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Punta Sal is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in January
Punta Sal, Peru

Average temperature in January - Punta Sal, Peru
  • Average high temperature in January: 28.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (28.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (25.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 22°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (23.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (17.9°C).

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Average pressure in January
Punta Sal, Peru

Average pressure in January - Punta Sal, Peru
  • Average pressure in January: 1011mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are August, September and October (1012.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.5mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Punta Sal, Peru

Average wind speed in January - Punta Sal, Peru
  • Average wind speed in January: 15.1km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are July and August (18.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (11.3km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Punta Sal, Peru

Average humidity in January - Punta Sal, Peru
  • Average humidity in January: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (73%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May, October and November (70%).

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Average rainfall in January
Punta Sal, Peru

Average rainfall in January - Punta Sal, Peru
  • Average rainfall in January: 20mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (59mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are August and September (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Punta Sal, Peru

Average rainfall days in January - Punta Sal, Peru
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Punta Sal, Peru

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Punta Sal, Peru
  • Average daylight in January: 12h and 2min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 7h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Punta Sal, Peru

Average sunshine days in January - Punta Sal, Peru
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in January
Punta Sal, Peru

Average UV index in January - Punta Sal, Peru
  • Average UV index in January: 6

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

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Average cloud cover in January
Punta Sal, Peru

Average cloud cover in January - Punta Sal, Peru
  • Average cloud cover in January: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 18).

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Average visibility in January
Punta Sal, Peru

Average visibility in January - Punta Sal, Peru
  • Average visibility in January: 10km

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

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