January weather forecast
Ponta do Sol, Cape Verde

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Weather in January

Starting the year, January in Ponta do Sol, Cape Verde, offers relatively lower temperatures transitioning from the cool period. Mild warm conditions prevail, and remarkably steady barometric pressures hover around 1016.6mb. There's almost ubiquitous visibility stretching 10km (6.2mi) far. The sea also invites for a dip, presenting pleasantly warm conditions, while brisk coastal breezes refresh the air.

Temperature

The average high-temperature during January registers at an agreeable 22.7°C (72.9°F), closely corresponding to the preceding month. Ponta do Sol registers an average low-temperature of 21.6°C (70.9°F) throughout January, a modest decrease from its daytime highs.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

Rainfall

January, March through May are months with the least rain in Ponta do Sol when the rain falls for 1.3 days and typically aggregates up to 1mm (0.04") of rain.

Sea temperature

In January, the average sea temperature is 24.3°C (75.7°F).
Note: For someone sensitive to cold, swimming in 24.3°C (75.7°F) waters can be invigorating, especially when considering elements like sunshine, wind, and current air temperature. (As a reference, Olympic swimming waters are kept between 25°C (77°F) and 28°C (82.4°F).)

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 11h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:10 and sunset at 18:17. On the last day of January, in Ponta do Sol, sunrise is at 07:12 and sunset at 18:35 -01.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 9.2h.

UV index

January through August, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Caution! The Sun's UV rays become stronger due to reflections from water and sand.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Ponta do Sol in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Ponta do Sol, is 22.7°C (72.9°F), while the low-temperature averages to 21.6°C (70.9°F).

What is the least humid month in Ponta do Sol?

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 73%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in January in Ponta do Sol?

In January, the average relative humidity is 73%.

What is the driest month in Ponta do Sol?

The months with the least rainfall in Ponta do Sol, Cape Verde, are January, March through May Rain falls for 1.3 days and accumulates 1mm (0.04") of rain.

How much does it rain in Ponta do Sol in January?

In Ponta do Sol, Cape Verde, during January, the rain falls for 1.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1mm (0.04") of precipitation.

What is the sea temperature in January in Ponta do Sol?

In January, the average sea temperature in Ponta do Sol, Cape Verde, is 24.3°C (75.7°F). For individuals prone to feeling cold, swimming in 23°C (73.4°F) is still regarded as intolerable. A wetsuit is not a necessity, but sunshine, wind, and air temperature are essential factors for relishing swimming at 24.3°C (75.7°F).

How many hours of daylight does Ponta do Sol have in January?

The average day length in January is 11h and 14min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Ponta do Sol?

On the first day of January in Ponta do Sol, Cape Verde, sunrise is at 07:10 and sunset at 18:17. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:12 and sunset at 18:35 -01.

How many hours of sunshine does Ponta do Sol have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Ponta do Sol is 9.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Ponta do Sol?

The months with the lowest UV index in Ponta do Sol, Cape Verde, are January through August, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

How high is the UV index in January in Ponta do Sol?

In Ponta do Sol, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in January
Ponta do Sol, Cape Verde

Average temperature in January - Ponta do Sol, Cape Verde
  • Average high temperature in January: 22.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (26.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (21.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 21.6°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are September and October (25.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (20.7°C).

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Average pressure in January
Ponta do Sol, Cape Verde

Average pressure in January - Ponta do Sol, Cape Verde
  • Average pressure in January: 1016.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1016.6mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are August and September (1013.3mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Ponta do Sol, Cape Verde

Average wind speed in January - Ponta do Sol, Cape Verde
  • Average wind speed in January: 28.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (28.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (18.2km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Ponta do Sol, Cape Verde

Average humidity in January - Ponta do Sol, Cape Verde
  • Average humidity in January: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July, August and September (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and December (73%).

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Average rainfall in January
Ponta do Sol, Cape Verde

Average rainfall in January - Ponta do Sol, Cape Verde
  • Average rainfall in January: 1mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (31mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, March, April and May (1mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Ponta do Sol, Cape Verde

Average rainfall days in January - Ponta do Sol, Cape Verde
  • Average rainfall days in January: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (9.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Ponta do Sol, Cape Verde

Average sea temperature in January - Ponta do Sol, Cape Verde
  • Average sea temperature in January: 24.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is October (26.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (23.1°C).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Ponta do Sol, Cape Verde

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Ponta do Sol, Cape Verde
  • Average daylight in January: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Ponta do Sol, Cape Verde

Average sunshine days in January - Ponta do Sol, Cape Verde
  • Average sunshine days in January: 27.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (28.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (17.8 days).

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Average UV index in January
Ponta do Sol, Cape Verde

Average UV index in January - Ponta do Sol, Cape Verde
  • Average UV index in January: 6

The months with the highest UV index are September and October (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, November and December (UV index 6).

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Average cloud cover in January
Ponta do Sol, Cape Verde

Average cloud cover in January - Ponta do Sol, Cape Verde
  • Average cloud cover in January: 20

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 19).

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Average visibility in January
Ponta do Sol, Cape Verde

Average visibility in January - Ponta do Sol, Cape Verde
  • 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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