January weather forecast
Golfito, Costa Rica

In Golfito, Costa Rica, January marks the start of the year with generally warm temperatures and a fair amount of precipitation. Expected rainfall of 93mm (3.66") occurs over an average of 11 days. The weather sees a transition from the cooler temperatures of December, to steady highs and lows throughout the month. Bright sunshine graces Golfito for approximately 6 hours per day, with the remaining daylight filled with partial cloud cover. It provides a comforting balance between warmth, humidity, and periods of refreshing rain.

Temperature

With the advent of January, Golfito's high-temperatures adjust to a hot 30°C (86°F), closely aligning with the preceding month. In Golfito, the expected average low-temperature for January is a warm 23°C (73.4°F).

Rainfall

In Golfito, in January, during 11 rainfall days, 93mm (3.66") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 193 rainfall days, and 3730mm (146.85") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Golfito, the average seawater temperature in January is 28.3°C (82.9°F).
Note: Water temperature ranging from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) is recognized as warm and pleasant by all, making water activities comfortable and delightful for long durations.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Golfito is 11h and 41min.
On the first day of January in Golfito, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 17:24. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 17:38 CST.

Sunshine

In Golfito, Costa Rica, the average sunshine in January is 6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Golfito are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 11. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an extreme threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 11 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
Employ all crucial safeguards, unprotected skin could burn rapidly. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Even on a cloudy day, sunscreen with a minimum SPF of 30 should be used liberally and reapplied often, especially after a swim or outdoor activity. Attention! UV strength is notably upped by the reflection of sand and water.