January weather forecast
San Miguel, Costa Rica

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Weather in January

Each day in January, San Miguel experiences on average 11.6 daylight hours, moderate UV index of 5, and good visibility of an average distance of 9km (5.6mi). The month opens the year with a slight cooling compared to December. Considering the records, January boasts the highest wind speed for the year, with average gusts clocking up to 13.3km/h (8.3mph). Skies during the month are usually partially clouded, with relative cloud cover at 34%. As San Miguel ushers in the New Year, travelers can anticipate a fluctuation between moderately high rainfall and breezy days.

Temperature

The average high-temperature in San Miguel, Costa Rica, during January is a moderately hot 23.5°C (74.3°F), almost matching the conditions of the preceding month. San Miguel's temperature lowers to a mean of 13.7°C (56.7°F) during the nights in January.

Humidity

In San Miguel, the average relative humidity in January is 79%.

Rainfall

In January, in San Miguel, Costa Rica, the rain falls for 17.8 days. Throughout January, 45mm (1.77") of precipitation is accumulated. In San Miguel, during the entire year, the rain falls for 305 days and collects up to 2534mm (99.76") of precipitation.

Daylight

In San Miguel, the average length of the day in January is 11h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 17:26. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 17:40 CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 8.8h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in San Miguel. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 5 in January translates into these instructions:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for San Miguel in January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in San Miguel, is 23.5°C (74.3°F), while the average low-temperature is 13.7°C (56.7°F).

What is the average humidity in January in San Miguel?

In San Miguel, the average relative humidity in January is 79%.

How much does it rain in San Miguel in January?

In San Miguel, Costa Rica, during January, the rain falls for 17.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 45mm (1.77") of precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in January in San Miguel?

The average day length in January in San Miguel is 11h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in San Miguel?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 17:26. On the last day of the month, in San Miguel, Costa Rica, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 17:40 CST.

How long on average sun shines in January in San Miguel?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 8.8h.

When is the highest UV index in San Miguel?

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in San Miguel?

The months with the lowest UV index in San Miguel, Costa Rica, are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index reading in January in San Miguel?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in San Miguel is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
San Miguel, Costa Rica

Average temperature in January - San Miguel, Costa Rica
  • Average high temperature in January: 23.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (25.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is October (22.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 13.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (16.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.7°C).

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Average pressure in January
San Miguel, Costa Rica

Average pressure in January - San Miguel, Costa Rica
  • Average pressure in January: 1012.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1010.9mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
San Miguel, Costa Rica

Average wind speed in January - San Miguel, Costa Rica
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (3.7km/h).

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Average humidity in January
San Miguel, Costa Rica

Average humidity in January - San Miguel, Costa Rica
  • Average humidity in January: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (76%).

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Average rainfall in January
San Miguel, Costa Rica

Average rainfall in January - San Miguel, Costa Rica
  • Average rainfall in January: 45mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (444mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (33mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
San Miguel, Costa Rica

Average rainfall days in January - San Miguel, Costa Rica
  • Average rainfall days in January: 17.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (30.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (14.9 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
San Miguel, Costa Rica

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - San Miguel, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in January
San Miguel, Costa Rica

Average sunshine days in January - San Miguel, Costa Rica
  • Average sunshine days in January: 9.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (10.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (0.1 days).

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Average UV index in January
San Miguel, Costa Rica

Average UV index in January - San Miguel, Costa Rica
  • Average UV index in January: 5

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

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Average cloud cover in January
San Miguel, Costa Rica

Average cloud cover in January - San Miguel, Costa Rica
  • Average cloud cover in January: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in January
San Miguel, Costa Rica

Average visibility in January - San Miguel, Costa Rica
  • Average visibility in January: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February and March (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are September and October (6km).

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