January weather forecastGibbons, Barbados

January

Weather in January

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

Temperature

The shift into January uncovers an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 27°C (80.6°F), subtly different from the previous month. Gibbons records a slight downturn in temperature to an average of 26°C (78.8°F) during January nights.

Heat index

Throughout January, the heat index is computed to be 29°C (84.2°F). Long-standing exposure coupled with ongoing activity could result in exhaustion, possibly causing heat cramps.
For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. This effect tends to be personal, with the weather perception differing among individuals due to variations in body mass, height, and exertion. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Children are often less aware of the need to rest and re-hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - it's vital to remain hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In January, in Gibbons, the rain falls for 15 days. Throughout January, 17mm (0.67") of precipitation is accumulated. In Gibbons, during the entire year, the rain falls for 233.8 days and collects up to 706mm (27.8") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Gibbons, the average length of the day in January is 11h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 17:42. On the last day of January, in Gibbons, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 17:58 AST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Gibbons is 6.8h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during January, leads to the following recommendations:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.

Updated: Jan 29, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature in Gibbons during January is 27°C (80.6°F) and the low-temperature is 26°C (78.8°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in January is computed to be 29°C (84.2°F).

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

In January, in Gibbons, the rain falls for 15 days. Throughout January, 17mm (0.67") of precipitation is accumulated.

In January, the average day length is 11h and 28min.

On the first day of January in Gibbons, Barbados, 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.

In January, the average sunshine duration in Gibbons is 6.8h.

The months with the highest UV index in Gibbons 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.

In Gibbons, 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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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
Gibbons, 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
Gibbons, 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
Gibbons, 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
Gibbons, 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
Gibbons, 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
Gibbons, 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
Gibbons, 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
Gibbons, 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
Gibbons, 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
Gibbons, 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
Gibbons, 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).