January weather forecastVila do Maio, Cape Verde

January

Weather in January

In January, the Vila do Maio, Cape Verde weather is typically a blend of mild temperatures and clear skies. There is a higher breeze compared to other months, with average wind speeds standing distinctively at 25.1km/h (15.6mph). Relatively low rainfall is observed this time of year, allowing locals and tourists alike to enjoy outdoor activities. The sight of fluffy scattered clouds only adds to the splendid panorama of the city. Sea temperatures remain pleasantly mild, promising good conditions for water sports enthusiasts.

Temperature

With January's advent, Vila do Maio sees an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 24.3°C (75.7°F), subtly shifted from December's 25.5°C (77.9°F). Vila do Maio's evenings during January maintain an average temperature of 21.8°C (71.2°F), aligning closely with the daytime temperatures.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 69%, January is the least humid month.

Rainfall

January, March and May are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 0.7 days and typically aggregates up to 1mm (0.04") of rain.

Sea temperature

In Vila do Maio, in January, the average water temperature is 24.6°C (76.3°F).
Note: Imagine a swim in 24.6°C (76.3°F) waters. How you'd feel depends on your cold sensitivity, the sun's rays, the caress of the wind, and the warmth enveloping you. Comparatively, Olympic swimmers train in waters between 25°C (77°F) and 28°C (82.4°F).

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 11h and 21min.
On the first day of January in Vila do Maio, sunrise is at 06:58 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:01 and sunset at 18:30 -01.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Vila do Maio is 9.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through July and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Enforce precautions and stick to sun safety measures. Preservation from skin and eye damage is essential. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Caution! The reflection of sand and water significantly increases the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

In Vila do Maio, in January, the average high-temperature is 24.3°C (75.7°F), and the average low-temperature is 21.8°C (71.2°F).

January is the least humid month in Vila do Maio, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

In Vila do Maio, Cape Verde, the average relative humidity in January is 69%.

January, March and May are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 0.7 days and typically aggregates up to 1mm (0.04") of rain.

In January, the rain falls for 0.7 days. Throughout January, 1mm (0.04") of precipitation is accumulated.

In January, the average sea temperature is 24.6°C (76.3°F). Depending on a person's sensitivity to cold, with regards to sunshine, wind, and air temperature, a quick swim in 24.6°C (76.3°F) water may be enjoyable.

The average day length in January in Vila do Maio is 11h and 21min.

On the first day of January in Vila do Maio, sunrise is at 06:58 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:01 and sunset at 18:30 -01.

In January, the average sunshine duration in Vila do Maio, Cape Verde, is 9.5h.

January through July and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index.

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Vila do Maio is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Vila do Maio, Cape Verde

  • Average high temperature in January: 24.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (28.4°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are February and March (23.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 21.8°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are September and October (25.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (20.9°C).

Average pressure in January
Vila do Maio, Cape Verde

  • Average pressure in January: 1015.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1015.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1012.5mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Vila do Maio, Cape Verde

  • Average wind speed in January: 25.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (25.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (14km/h).

Average humidity in January
Vila do Maio, Cape Verde

  • Average humidity in January: 69%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July, August and September (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (69%).

Average rainfall in January
Vila do Maio, Cape Verde

  • Average rainfall in January: 1mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (50mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, March and May (1mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Vila do Maio, Cape Verde

  • Average rainfall days in January: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (13.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (0.7 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Vila do Maio, Cape Verde

  • Average sea temperature in January: 24.6°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is October (27.5°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are March and April (23.2°C).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Vila do Maio, Cape Verde

  • Average daylight in January: 11h and 18min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 9h and 30min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Vila do Maio, Cape Verde

  • Average sunshine days in January: 29.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and May (29.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (13.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Vila do Maio, Cape Verde

  • Average UV index in January: 6

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

Average cloud cover in January
Vila do Maio, Cape Verde

  • Average cloud cover in January: 18

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in January
Vila do Maio, 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).