January weather forecast
Ambergris Caye, Belize

January expresses a respectable transition from the freezing winter months in the Northern Hemisphere to the sunny, tropical climate of Belize. Months of chilly winds are replaced by a pleasant warmth, as the temperature soars to highs of 28°C (82.4°F) in Ambergris Caye. There is a notable presence of clear, sunny days, outshining the intermittent spells of rainfall. The climate encourages outdoor exploration, be it sunbathing on the azure beaches or diving in the radiant reef. In Belize, January ushers in the New Year with a welcoming balance of sunshine and precipitation, inviting travelers to experience the tranquil wonders of tropical paradise.

Temperature

January brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28°C (82.4°F), nearly identical to the preceding month. Throughout January, Ambergris Caye anticipates an average low-temperature of 19°C (66.2°F).

Rainfall

In Ambergris Caye, in January, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 116mm (4.57") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 136 rainfall days, and 1731mm (68.15") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Ambergris Caye is 11h and 11min.
On the first day of January in Ambergris Caye, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 17:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 17:45 CST.

Sunshine

January, September through December, with an average of 6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Ambergris Caye are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 8. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In January, a daily maximum UV index of 8 leads to the following instructions:
Always be cautious. Skin and eyes can be affected swiftly without protection. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.