January weather forecast and climate
West Island, Cocos (Keeling) Islands

January, the same as December, is a moderately hot summer month in West Island, Cocos (Keeling) Islands, with average temperature fluctuating between 29°C (84.2°F) and 24°C (75.2°F).

Temperature

In West Island, the average high-temperature remains the same as in December - a still moderately hot 29°C (84.2°F). In West Island, in January, the average low-temperature is 24°C (75.2°F).

Rainfall

In West Island, in January, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 208mm (8.19") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in West Island, Cocos (Keeling) Islands, there are 186 rainfall days, and 2082mm (81.97") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

January through June, with an average sea temperature of 28°C (82.4°F), are months with the warmest seawater in West Island.
Note: For swimming, diving, and other water activities, temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are perceived as very enjoyable and pleasurable for prolonged periods without feeling uncomfortable.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 12.7h.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 13h.

UV index

January through April, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 11, and more, symbolizes an excessive health risk from unprotected exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 12 translate into the following recommendations:
Practice all essential precautions. Protection against sun damage is crucial. 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. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. A broad-spectrum sunscreen of SPF 30+ should be liberally applied and re-applied every two hours, and immediately after an outdoor workout or a swim. Caution! The reflection of sand and water significantly increases the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.