January weather forecast
Santa Ana, Costa Rica

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Weather in January

A new year in Santa Ana, Costa Rica, begins with warm and humid weather. A transition from cooler temperatures in the previous December to a slightly warmer environment in January can be noticed. The frequency of rainfall is moderate with an average humidity level, consistent with the Costa Rican tropical climate. Notably, the temperatures fluctuate between 15.3°C (59.5°F) to 25.8°C (78.4°F) with rainfall measuring 31mm (1.22") over 14.3 days. The start of the year is characterized by relatively clear skies and moderate wind conditions, making January an enjoyable weather month.

Temperature

The onset of January notes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 25.8°C (78.4°F), subtly shifted from December's 25.1°C (77.2°F). In January, the temperature drops to an average of 15.3°C (59.5°F) at night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In January, in Santa Ana, the rain falls for 14.3 days. Throughout January, 31mm (1.22") of precipitation is accumulated. In Santa Ana, during the entire year, the rain falls for 289.2 days and collects up to 2603mm (102.48") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Santa Ana, the average length of the day in January is 11h and 37min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 17:26. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 17:41 CST.

Sunshine

In Santa Ana, the average sunshine in January is 8.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 5 transforms into these recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average January temperature in Santa Ana?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Santa Ana, is 25.8°C (78.4°F), while the average low-temperature is 15.3°C (59.5°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Santa Ana?

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

How many days does it rain in January in Santa Ana?

In Santa Ana, Costa Rica, in January, it is raining for 14.3 days, with typically 31mm (1.22") of accumulated precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Santa Ana have in January?

In January, the average day length in Santa Ana, Costa Rica, is 11h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Santa Ana?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 17:26. On the last day of the month, in Santa Ana, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 17:41 CST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Santa Ana?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Santa Ana is 8.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Santa Ana?

The months with the lowest UV index in Santa Ana are January, February, May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index reading in January in Santa Ana?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in January
Santa Ana, Costa Rica

Average temperature in January - Santa Ana, Costa Rica
  • Average high temperature in January: 25.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (28°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is October (23.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 15.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (18.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°C).

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Average pressure in January
Santa Ana, Costa Rica

Average pressure in January - Santa Ana, Costa Rica
  • Average pressure in January: 1012.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1010.8mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Santa Ana, Costa Rica

Average wind speed in January - Santa Ana, Costa Rica
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (3.9km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Santa Ana, Costa Rica

Average humidity in January - Santa Ana, Costa Rica
  • Average humidity in January: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (71%).

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Average rainfall in January
Santa Ana, Costa Rica

Average rainfall in January - Santa Ana, Costa Rica
  • Average rainfall in January: 31mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (429mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (24mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Santa Ana, Costa Rica

Average rainfall days in January - Santa Ana, Costa Rica
  • Average rainfall days in January: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (30.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.8 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Santa Ana, Costa Rica

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Santa Ana, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Santa Ana, Costa Rica

Average sunshine days in January - Santa Ana, Costa Rica
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (13.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (0.3 days).

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Average UV index in January
Santa Ana, Costa Rica

Average UV index in January - Santa Ana, Costa Rica
  • Average UV index in January: 5

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

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Average cloud cover in January
Santa Ana, Costa Rica

Average cloud cover in January - Santa Ana, Costa Rica
  • Average cloud cover in January: 26

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 23).

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Average visibility in January
Santa Ana, Costa Rica

Average visibility in January - Santa Ana, Costa Rica
  • Average visibility in January: 9km

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

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