January weather forecast
Palmar, Costa Rica

January

Weather in January

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

Temperature

Palmar starts January with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 27.3°C (81.1°F), hinting at a minimal fluctuation from December. Palmar in January experiences a low-temperature average of 16.8°C (62.2°F).

Heat index

For January, the heat index is estimated at a tropical 30°C (86°F). Continuing activity during long-lasting exposure might induce tiredness and result in heat cramps.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Young ones often do not realize the necessity to rest and replenish their fluids. Thirst is a delayed indication of dehydration - keeping hydrated, particularly in prolonged physical activity, is crucial.

Humidity

In Palmar, the average relative humidity in January is 75%.

Rainfall

In Palmar, Costa Rica, in January, during 11.3 rainfall days, 21mm (0.83") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 272 rainfall days, and 2217mm (87.28") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Palmar is 11h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 17:28. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 17:42 CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Palmar is 8.3h.

UV index

January through April, June, July, September, October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In January, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in January in Palmar?
Palmar in January has an average high-temperature of 27.3°C (81.1°F) and an average low-temperature of 16.8°C (62.2°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in January is estimated at 30°C (86°F).
What is the average humidity in January in Palmar?
In January, the average relative humidity in Palmar is 75%.
How much does it rain in Palmar in January?
In Palmar, Costa Rica, in January, during 11.3 rainfall days, 21mm (0.83") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Palmar have in January?
The average day length in January is 11h and 37min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Palmar?
On the first day of January in Palmar, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 17:28. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 17:42 CST.
How long on average sun shines in January in Palmar?
In Palmar, Costa Rica, the average sunshine duration in January is 8.3h.
When is the highest UV index in Palmar?
January through April, June, July, September, October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Palmar, Costa Rica.
How high is the UV index in January in Palmar?
In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Palmar, Costa Rica, is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Palmar, 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
Palmar, 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
Palmar, 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
Palmar, 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
Palmar, 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
Palmar, 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
Palmar, 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 36min).

  • 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
Palmar, 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
Palmar, 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
Palmar, 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
Palmar, 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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