January weather forecastBaxters, Barbados
January
Weather in January
In the heart of winter, Baxters, Barbados radiates with warmth, accompanied by moderately high humidity and frequent rainfall. When compared to February, January experiences slightly higher temperatures, creating an overbearing sensation of warmth. The weather is characterized by an average of nearly 11.5 hours of daylight and the wind speed peaks at 28.9km/h (18mph). It is a typical winter month, marked by abundant rainfall and marginally reduced levels of sunshine. The relative humidity remains high, offering a stark contrast to the drier climate observed in colder countries during this season.Temperature
As January takes hold in Baxters, the average high-temperature is a still moderately hot 27°C (80.6°F), nearly mirroring that of the previous month. Baxters, in January, logs an average low-temperature of 26°C (78.8°F), a subtle step down from daytime readings.Heat index
January's mean heat index is calculated to be 29°C (84.2°F). Persistently participating in activities during exposure may lead to fatigue and induce heat cramps.Heat index readings emphasize conditions of light breezes and shaded spots. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. The impact of weather on an individual can be subjective, affected by the person's activity and heat perception, which can vary due to elements including wind, clothing, and metabolic differences. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
Humidity
In Baxters, the average relative humidity in January is 75%.Rainfall
In Baxters, Barbados, in January, it is raining for 15 days, with typically 17mm (0.67") of accumulated precipitation. In Baxters, during the entire year, the rain falls for 233.8 days and collects up to 706mm (27.8") of precipitation.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day in Baxters is 11h and 27min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 17:42. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 17:58 AST.
Sunshine
In Baxters, the average sunshine in January is 6.8h.UV index
January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Baxters. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during January translates into these guidelines:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.
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Average temperature in January
Baxters, Barbados
- Average high temperature in January: 27°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are September and October (28.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (26.8°C).
- Average low temperature in January: 26°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is October (27.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (25.7°C).
Average pressure in January
Baxters, Barbados
- Average pressure in January: 1014.3mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1014.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.2mbar).
Average wind speed in January
Baxters, Barbados
- Average wind speed in January: 28.3km/h
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (28.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (19.4km/h).
Average humidity in January
Baxters, Barbados
- Average humidity in January: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (74%).
Average rainfall in January
Baxters, Barbados
- Average rainfall in January: 17mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (126mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (13mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Baxters, Barbados
- Average rainfall days in January: 15 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (26.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.3 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Baxters, Barbados
- Average daylight in January: 11h and 24min
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 24min).
- Average sunshine in January: 6h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in January
Baxters, Barbados
- Average sunshine days in January: 12.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is February (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (1.3 days).
Average UV index in January
Baxters, Barbados
- Average UV index in January: 7
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
Average cloud cover in January
Baxters, Barbados
- Average cloud cover in January: 37
The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 37).
Average visibility in January
Baxters, Barbados
- 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).
