January weather forecast
Zancudo, Costa Rica

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Zancudo, Costa Rica, is a moderately hot winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.8°C (85.6°F) and 20.5°C (68.9°F).

Temperature

The start of January marks an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.8°C (85.6°F), hardly distinguishable from the conditions in December. Throughout January, Zancudo experiences a low-temperature average of 20.5°C (68.9°F).

Heat index

For January, the heat index is calculated to be a very hot 36°C (96.8°F). Apply extra caution, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke might occur with long-duration activity.
Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. Direct sunlight can potentially raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees, so it's crucial to consider. Heat index values are highly important for children. Children often fail to understand the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst is a late manifestation of dehydration - hence, it is crucial to stay hydrated, especially during ongoing physical activities.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. The body is at risk of dehydration and related complications when it fails to shed excessive heat.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Zancudo is 77%.

Rainfall

In Zancudo, during January, the rain falls for 17.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 59mm (2.32") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 309.5 rainfall days, and 2106mm (82.91") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Zancudo, the average length of the day in January is 11h and 41min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 17:25. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 17:38 CST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Zancudo is 9.5h.

UV index

January, February, June through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

Is it hot in Zancudo during January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Zancudo, records 29.8°C (85.6°F), while the low-temperature is 20.5°C (68.9°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in January is calculated to be 36°C (96.8°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Zancudo?

In January, the average relative humidity in Zancudo is 77%.

How much does it rain in Zancudo in January?

In January, in Zancudo, the rain falls for 17.4 days. Throughout January, 59mm (2.32") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Zancudo?

The average day length in January is 11h and 41min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Zancudo?

On the first day of January in Zancudo, Costa Rica, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 17:25. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 17:38 CST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Zancudo?

The average sunshine duration in January in Zancudo, Costa Rica, is 9.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Zancudo?

January, February, June through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Zancudo, Costa Rica.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Zancudo?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Zancudo is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in January
Zancudo, Costa Rica

Average temperature in January - Zancudo, Costa Rica
  • Average high temperature in January: 29.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (31.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is October (27.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 20.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (22.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°C).

Average pressure in January
Zancudo, Costa Rica

Average pressure in January - Zancudo, Costa Rica
  • Average pressure in January: 1011.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.6mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are October and November (1010.8mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Zancudo, Costa Rica

Average wind speed in January - Zancudo, Costa Rica
  • Average wind speed in January: 5.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5km/h).

Average humidity in January
Zancudo, Costa Rica

Average humidity in January - Zancudo, Costa Rica
  • Average humidity in January: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are October and November (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Zancudo, Costa Rica

Average rainfall in January - Zancudo, Costa Rica
  • Average rainfall in January: 59mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (286mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (34mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Zancudo, Costa Rica

Average rainfall days in January - Zancudo, Costa Rica
  • Average rainfall days in January: 17.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (30.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (14.3 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Zancudo, Costa Rica

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 9h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Zancudo, Costa Rica

Average sunshine days in January - Zancudo, Costa Rica
  • Average sunshine days in January: 9.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (9.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (0.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Zancudo, Costa Rica

Average UV index in January - Zancudo, Costa Rica
  • Average UV index in January: 6

The months with the highest UV index are March, April and May (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in January
Zancudo, Costa Rica

Average cloud cover in January - Zancudo, Costa Rica
  • Average cloud cover in January: 21

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in January
Zancudo, Costa Rica

Average visibility in January - Zancudo, Costa Rica
  • Average visibility in January: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March and April (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is November (8km).

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