January weather forecast
Gemswick, Barbados

January

Weather in January

January, like December, in Gemswick, Barbados, is a moderately hot winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 26°C (78.8°F) and 27°C (80.6°F).

Temperature

Gemswick, Barbados, experiences a transition to a still moderately hot 27°C (80.6°F) in average high-temperatures with the arrival of January, not greatly differing from December's 27.6°C (81.7°F). January records a small disparity from daytime temperatures, marking an average low-temperature of 26°C (78.8°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for January is estimated at 29°C (84.2°F). Unrelenting activity during exposure could cause fatigue and potentially lead to heat cramps.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. Heat index values have the potential to be boosted by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up 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

The average relative humidity in January in Gemswick is 75%.

Rainfall

In Gemswick, in January, it is raining for 15 days, with typically 17mm (0.67") of accumulated precipitation. In Gemswick, Barbados, during the entire year, the rain falls for 234.1 days and collects up to 710mm (27.95") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 11h and 28min.
On the first day of January, 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.

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 Gemswick, Barbados. The months with the lowest UV index in Gemswick are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during January, leads to the following recommendations:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average January temperature in Gemswick?
The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Gemswick during January are 27°C (80.6°F) and 26°C (78.8°F) respectively. In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 29°C (84.2°F).
What is the average humidity in January in Gemswick?
In Gemswick, the average relative humidity in January is 75%.
How many days does it rain in January in Gemswick?
In Gemswick, in January, it is raining for 15 days, with typically 17mm (0.67") of accumulated precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Gemswick have in January?
In Gemswick, Barbados, the average day length in January is 11h and 28min.
When are sunrise and sunset in January in Gemswick?
On the first day of January, 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.
How many hours of sunshine does Gemswick have in January?
In January, the average sunshine duration in Gemswick is 6.8h.
What is the month with the highest UV index in Gemswick?
The months with the highest UV index in Gemswick are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
When is the lowest UV index in Gemswick?
January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index.
What is the UV index reading in January in Gemswick?
In Gemswick, Barbados, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January - Gemswick, Barbados
Average temperature in January
Gemswick, Barbados
  • Average high temperature in January: 27°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (29°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 - Gemswick, Barbados
Average pressure in January
Gemswick, 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 - Gemswick, Barbados
Average wind speed in January
Gemswick, 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 (19.2km/h).

Average humidity in January - Gemswick, Barbados
Average humidity in January
Gemswick, 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 - Gemswick, Barbados
Average rainfall in January
Gemswick, 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 - Gemswick, Barbados
Average rainfall days in January
Gemswick, 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 - Gemswick, Barbados
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Gemswick, Barbados
  • Average daylight in January: 11h and 3min

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 24min).

Average sunshine days in January - Gemswick, Barbados
Average sunshine days in January
Gemswick, 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 - Gemswick, Barbados
Average UV index in January
Gemswick, 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 - Gemswick, Barbados
Average cloud cover in January
Gemswick, 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 - Gemswick, Barbados
Average visibility in January
Gemswick, 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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