January weather forecast
Sucre, Colombia

January is a torrid winter month in Sucre, Colombia, with an average temperature ranging between min 22.8°C (73°F) and max 35.3°C (95.5°F).

Temperature

Sucre experiences a transition to a torrid 35.3°C (95.5°F) in average high-temperatures with the arrival of January, not greatly differing from December's 32.6°C (90.7°F). Despite drastic daily temperature oscillations, Sucre cools down to an average low-temperature of 22.8°C (73°F) in January.

Heat index

The heat index in January is appraised at a blazing hot 49°C (120.2°F). Stay alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke is a likely outcome of ongoing activity.
Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is the result of factoring in humidity to the air temperature, indicating perceived warmth. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
Perspiration, which is the evaporation of sweat, is a primary way the human body manages and dispels excessive warmth. With a high level of moisture in the air, the evaporation process becomes less efficient, preventing the body from cooling down efficiently and resulting in a sensation of overheating. Excessive heat that's not properly managed leads to increased body temperatures and resultant health issues.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 10.5 days and accumulates 21mm (0.83") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 11h and 41min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 17:50. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:04 -05.

Sunshine

In Sucre, the average sunshine in January is 8.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Sucre, Colombia, is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 7 in January translates into the following instructions:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.