January weather forecast
Esquipulas, Costa Rica

January

Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another warm winter month in Esquipulas, Costa Rica, with temperature in the range of an average high of 27.3°C (81.1°F) and an average low of 16.8°C (62.2°F).

Temperature

The introduction of January sees an average high-temperature of a still warm 27.3°C (81.1°F), hardly deviating from December. January nights experience a consistent temperature drop to a refreshing 16.8°C (62.2°F).

Heat index

January's heat index is computed to be a tropical 30°C (86°F). Constant exposure and activity lead to possible fatigue. Prolonged exercise may result in heat cramps.
It is important to note that the heat index values are for shaded areas and light wind scenarios. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', ties air temperature with relative humidity to produce the perceived temperature sensation. The effect is experienced differently by individuals, hinging on unique characteristics such as body mass, stature, and level of activity. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Esquipulas, during January, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 21mm (0.83") of precipitation. In Esquipulas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 272 days and collects up to 2217mm (87.28") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 11h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 17:27. On the last day of January, in Esquipulas, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 17:41 CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Esquipulas is 8.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through April, June, July, September, October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during January, leads to the following recommendations:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Esquipulas in January?
In Esquipulas, 27.3°C (81.1°F) is the average high-temperature and 16.8°C (62.2°F) is the average low-temperature during January. In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 30°C (86°F).
What is the average humidity in January?
In January, the average relative humidity is 75%.
How many days does it rain in January in Esquipulas?
In Esquipulas, Costa Rica, in January, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 21mm (0.83") of accumulated precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in January?
In January, the average day length is 11h and 37min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in January?
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 17:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 17:41 CST.
How many hours of sunshine does Esquipulas have in January?
The average sunshine duration in January is 8.3h.
What is the month with the highest UV index in Esquipulas?
The months with the highest UV index are January through April, June, July, September, October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
How high is the UV index in January?
The average daily maximum UV index in January in Esquipulas is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Esquipulas, Costa Rica
  • Average high temperature in January: 27.3°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are March and April (29.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is October (25.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (19.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.8°C).

Average pressure in January
Esquipulas, Costa Rica
  • Average pressure in January: 1012.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1010.7mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Esquipulas, Costa Rica
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (3.8km/h).

Average humidity in January
Esquipulas, Costa Rica
  • Average humidity in January: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (70%).

Average rainfall in January
Esquipulas, Costa Rica
  • Average rainfall in January: 21mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (396mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (17mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Esquipulas, Costa Rica
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (30.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.3 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Esquipulas, Costa Rica
  • Average daylight in January: 11h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is March (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Esquipulas, Costa Rica
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (0.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Esquipulas, Costa Rica
  • Average UV index in January: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, June, July, September, October and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, August and November (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in January
Esquipulas, Costa Rica
  • Average cloud cover in January: 23

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in January
Esquipulas, Costa Rica
  • Average visibility in January: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are February and March (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are August, September, October and November (7km).

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