January weather forecastColombia, Cuba

January

Weather in January

January, like December, in Colombia, Cuba, is another warm winter month, with an average temperature varying between 19.5°C (67.1°F) and 28.3°C (82.9°F).

Temperature

In Colombia, January is the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 28.3°C (82.9°F) and a low of 19.5°C (67.1°F).

Heat index

Throughout January, the heat index is evaluated at a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Implement enhanced safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Sustained activity might result in heatstroke.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Children are often less aware of the need to rest and re-hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - it's vital to remain hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 79%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout January, 22mm (0.87") of precipitation is accumulated. In Colombia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 202.5 days and collects up to 785mm (30.91") of precipitation.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 11h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 17:39. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 17:59 CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 6h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 6 during January leads to these advisories:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.

Frequently asked questions

January is the coldest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 28.3°C (82.9°F) and as low as 19.5°C (67.1°F).

The average high-temperature, in January, in Colombia, is 28.3°C (82.9°F), while the average low-temperature is 19.5°C (67.1°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in January is evaluated at 33°C (91.4°F).

In January, the average relative humidity is 79%.

In Colombia, Cuba, in January, during 10.6 rainfall days, 22mm (0.87") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In January, the average day length is 11h and 2min.

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 17:39. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 17:59 CST.

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6h of sunshine.

The average sunshine duration in January is 6h.

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Colombia is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Colombia, Cuba

  • Average high temperature in January: 28.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (33.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 19.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (23.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.5°C).

Average pressure in January
Colombia, Cuba

  • Average pressure in January: 1017.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1017.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1012.4mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Colombia, Cuba

  • Average wind speed in January: 9.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.8km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are September and October (7.3km/h).

Average humidity in January
Colombia, Cuba

  • Average humidity in January: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (70%).

Average rainfall in January
Colombia, Cuba

  • Average rainfall in January: 22mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (127mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (18mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Colombia, Cuba

  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (23.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.3 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Colombia, Cuba

  • Average daylight in January: 11h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Colombia, Cuba

  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (5.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Colombia, Cuba

  • Average UV index in January: 6

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

Average cloud cover in January
Colombia, Cuba

  • Average cloud cover in January: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in January
Colombia, Cuba

  • Average visibility in January: 8km

The month with the highest visibility is March (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are September, October, November and December (7km).