January weather forecast
Melgar, Colombia

January

Weather in January

January is a tropical winter month in Melgar, Colombia, with an average temperature varying between 30.1°C (86.2°F) and 16.6°C (61.9°F).

Temperature

Melgar records an average high-temperature of a hot 30.1°C (86.2°F) in January, closely mirroring the climate of the previous month. Despite drastic daytime highs, Melgar logs an average low-temperature reading of 16.6°C (61.9°F) throughout January.

Heat index

During January, the heat index is calculated to be a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Exercise special caution, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Prolonged activity may induce heatstroke.
Consider that heat index readings are for situations in the shade and light wind. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. Depending on the activity and the individual's heat perception, which may vary due to factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variations, this effect remains subjective. It is noteworthy to mention that direct sunlight exposure can augment the felt temperature, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Kids frequently fail to realize the necessity for resting and hydrating. Thirst is an advanced indication of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, especially during extended physical activities, becomes essential.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 60%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 13.8 days and accumulates 32mm (1.26") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Melgar, the average length of the day in January is 11h and 55min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 17:58. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:10 -05.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 9.5h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. January through 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 health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during January morphs into the following directions:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in January?
An average high-temperature, in January, in Melgar, is 30.1°C (86.2°F) and the average low-temperature is 16.6°C (61.9°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in January is calculated to be 33°C (91.4°F).
What is the average humidity in January?
The average relative humidity in January is 60%.
What is the driest month?
The month with the least rainfall in Melgar is January, when the rain falls for 13.8 days and typically collects 32mm (1.26") of precipitation.
How much does it rain in January?
In Melgar, during January, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 32mm (1.26") of precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in January?
In January, the average day length in Melgar is 11h and 55min.
When are sunrise and sunset in January?
In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 17:58. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:10 -05.
How long on average sun shines in January?
In January, the average sunshine duration is 9.5h.
What are the months with the highest UV index in Melgar?
January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.
What are the months with the lowest UV index?
January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Melgar.
How high is the UV index in January?
The average daily maximum UV index in January is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Melgar, Colombia
  • Average high temperature in January: 30.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (30.8°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June and July (28.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (18.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (16.4°C).

Average pressure in January
Melgar, Colombia
  • Average pressure in January: 1013.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1015.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1012.8mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Melgar, Colombia
  • Average wind speed in January: 3.5km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (2.9km/h).

Average humidity in January
Melgar, Colombia
  • Average humidity in January: 60%

The month with the highest relative humidity is November (70%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (57%).

Average rainfall in January
Melgar, Colombia
  • Average rainfall in January: 32mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (120mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (32mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Melgar, Colombia
  • Average rainfall days in January: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (27.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (13.8 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Melgar, Colombia
  • Average daylight in January: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 9h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 8h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Melgar, Colombia
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (11.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (1.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Melgar, Colombia
  • Average UV index in January: 6

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

Average cloud cover in January
Melgar, Colombia
  • Average cloud cover in January: 19

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 30).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in January
Melgar, Colombia
  • Average visibility in January: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is November (9km).

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