January weather forecastCherry Grove, Barbados

January

Weather in January

January, like December, in Cherry Grove, Barbados, is another warm winter month, with an average temperature ranging between min 26°C (78.8°F) and max 27°C (80.6°F).

Temperature

The advent of January sees the average high-temperature at a still warm 27°C (80.6°F), subtly shifted from December's 27.6°C (81.7°F). Cherry Grove's nighttime temperatures in January see a subtle dip to an average of 26°C (78.8°F).

Heat index

For January, the heat index is computed to be 29°C (84.2°F). Persisting in activity during long-term exposure might induce weariness, with subsequent heat cramps.
In the scope of the heat index, its values resonate with shade and light wind conditions. Heat index values may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when exposed to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. Additional elements encompassing metabolic differences, the degree of physical activity, and attire can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Children often overlook the need for breaks and fluid intake. Thirst is a late-stage sign of dehydration - hence, it is necessary to stay hydrated, especially during extended periods of physical activities.

Humidity

In Cherry Grove, the average relative humidity in January is 75%.

Rainfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in January 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

The average sunshine in January is 6.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. 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 risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests this advice:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.

Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

An average high-temperature, in January, in Cherry Grove, is 27°C (80.6°F) and the average low-temperature is 26°C (78.8°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in January is computed to be 29°C (84.2°F).

The average relative humidity in January is 75%.

In Cherry Grove, in January, during 15 rainfall days, 17mm (0.67") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

The average day length in January is 11h and 27min.

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 17:42. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 17:58 AST.

The average sunshine duration in January is 6.8h.

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index.

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

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Long-term

Year January F M A M J J A S O N D

Dec

January

Feb

Average high temperature

27.6°C

27°C

26.8°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

27.5km/h

28.9km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

12.3

12.8

14.3

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

41%

37%

Average visibility

10km

Average temperature in January
Cherry Grove, 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
Cherry Grove, 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
Cherry Grove, 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
Cherry Grove, 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
Cherry Grove, 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
Cherry Grove, 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
Cherry Grove, Barbados

Average daylight in January: 11h and 30min

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
Cherry Grove, 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
Cherry Grove, 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
Cherry Grove, 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
Cherry Grove, 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).