January weather forecast
Leticia, Colombia

Leticia, Colombia experiences warm and wet weather in January. The month starts off with the new year delivering the highest recorded rainfall of 175mm (6.89"). The relative humidity remains high during this month, making the city feel even warmer. While sunshine hours are consistent, Leticia encounters several cloudy days, affecting visibility. Despite the rain and humidity, the city maintains a characteristic tropical charm during this month.

Temperature

The transition into January in Leticia is marked with an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30°C (86°F), showing an insignificant shift from December's 30.4°C (86.7°F). In Leticia, January is marked by an average low-temperature of 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Heat index

The heat index in January is evaluated at a blisteringly hot 41°C (105.8°F). Take greater precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could result from lengthy activity.
Know that the heat index computations account for shaded terrains and slight winds. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', reflects the blend of air temperature and relative humidity to give a temperature impression. This effect tends to be personal, with the weather perception differing among individuals due to variations in body mass, height, and exertion. Remember, direct sunlight exposure can heighten the heat impact and might increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.
Perspiration, followed by sweat evaporation, is the human body's chief method to maintain a balanced temperature. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Overheating risks increase with rising body temperatures, especially if heat release isn't efficient.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Leticia are January through April, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

Rainfall

In Leticia, in January, during 25.3 rainfall days, 175mm (6.89") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 241.2 rainfall days, and 1245mm (49.02") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 12h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 18:54. On the last day of January, in Leticia, Colombia, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 19:01 -04.

Sunshine

In Leticia, Colombia, the average sunshine in January is 6.1h.

UV index

January through June, 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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during January, leads to the following recommendations:
Enforce precautions and stick to sun safety measures. Preservation from skin and eye damage is essential. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.