January weather forecast
Camaguey, Cuba

January in Camaguey, Cuba is marked by relatively moderate temperatures with the city commencing the year in a mild tone. From a climatology perspective, January's weather sets the stage for the rest of the year, providing a hint of what is to come in the months ahead. The city experiences an average of 11 hours of daylight which is ideal for outdoor activities. Winds in January are gentle, complimenting the moderate temperatures in creating a welcoming weather. This is further emphasized by January having the lowest recorded temperature, with lows plummeting to 18.8°C (65.8°F).

Temperature

Camaguey's coldest month, January, registers temperatures that range from a high of 27.7°C (81.9°F) to a low of 18.8°C (65.8°F).

Heat index

Throughout January, the heat index is calculated to be a hot 31°C (87.8°F). Persisting in activity during long-term exposure might induce weariness, with subsequent heat cramps.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In January, in Camaguey, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout January, 20mm (0.79") of precipitation is accumulated. In Camaguey, during the entire year, the rain falls for 211.1 days and collects up to 820mm (32.28") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Camaguey, the average length of the day in January is 11h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:49 and sunset at 17:40. On the last day of January, in Camaguey, sunrise is at 06:49 and sunset at 18:00 CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.1h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Camaguey are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In January, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.