January weather forecast
Barrancabermeja, Colombia

January in Barrancabermeja, Colombia, is a fiery hot winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.3°C (72.1°F) and 35.5°C (95.9°F).

Temperature

Barrancabermeja experiences an average high-temperature of a fiery hot 35.5°C (95.9°F) with the onset of January, subtly varied from December's 33.8°C (92.8°F). In January, the recorded average low-temperature, of 22.3°C (72.1°F), exhibits a significant fall from the daytime highs.

Heat index

For most parts of January, the heat index is estimated at a life-threatening hot 49°C (120.2°F). Prudent: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely. Heatstroke becomes imminent with sustained exertion.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
The body's self-cooling mechanism is rooted in perspiration, where evaporating sweat cools down excessive warmth. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. Rising body temperatures due to excess heat retention could signify impending heat disorders.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Barrancabermeja is 65%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Barrancabermeja is January, when the rain falls for 12 days and typically collects 30mm (1.18") of precipitation.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 11h and 46min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 17:50. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:03 -05.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 8.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Barrancabermeja.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index 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. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in January converts into the following recommendations:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.