January weather forecast
Bishops, Barbados

January

Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another warm winter month in Bishops, Barbados, with an average temperature varying between 26°C (78.8°F) and 27°C (80.6°F).

Temperature

January's beginning signals an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 27°C (80.6°F), barely different from December's 27.6°C (81.7°F). Bishops registers a subtle dip to an average of 26°C (78.8°F) during the nights of January.

Heat index

During January, the heat index is estimated at 29°C (84.2°F). With sustained exposure and activity, exhaustion becomes probable, resulting in heat cramps.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Be aware that direct exposure to sunlight increases heat impact and may raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Children often fail to understand the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst is a late manifestation of dehydration - hence, it is crucial to stay hydrated, especially during ongoing physical activities.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 75%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 15 days. Throughout January, 17mm (0.67") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 233.8 rainfall days, and 706mm (27.8") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Bishops, the average length of the day in January is 11h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 17:42. On the last day of January, in Bishops, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 17:58 AST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 6.8h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Bishops. The months with the lowest UV index in Bishops are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.

Frequently asked questions

What are January temperatures in Bishops?
The high-temperature in Bishops, Barbados, during January is 27°C (80.6°F) and the low-temperature is 26°C (78.8°F). In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 29°C (84.2°F).
What is the average humidity in January in Bishops?
In Bishops, the average relative humidity in January is 75%.
How many days does it rain in January in Bishops?
In Bishops, during January, the rain falls for 15 days and regularly aggregates up to 17mm (0.67") of precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Bishops have in January?
In Bishops, the average day length in January is 11h and 26min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Bishops?
On the first day of January in Bishops, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 17:42. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 17:58 AST.
How many hours of sunshine does Bishops have in January?
In Bishops, the average sunshine duration in January is 6.8h.
When is the highest UV index in Bishops?
January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Bishops.
When is the lowest UV index in Bishops?
The months with the lowest UV index in Bishops are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
What is the UV index reading in January in Bishops?
The average daily maximum UV index in January is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Bishops, 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
Bishops, 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
Bishops, 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
Bishops, 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
Bishops, 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
Bishops, 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
Bishops, Barbados
  • 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h and 5min

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
Bishops, 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
Bishops, 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
Bishops, 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
Bishops, 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).

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