January weather forecastPaphos, Cyprus
January
Weather in January
Prominent weather characteristics in January include cooler temperatures and consistent rainfall, making it a significant wet period in Paphos, Cyprus. It experiences a high amount of rainfall, 80mm (3.15"), compared to the other months. This cool, rainy weather benefits agriculture and replenishes local water resources. Frequent showers, overcast skies, and crisp weather may limit outdoor activities, prompting locals and visitors to indulge in indoor pastimes. As the first month of the year, it sets the stage for the upcoming climatic conditions.Temperature
Paphos records a slight change with January's average high-temperatures adjusting to a still comfortable 17°C (62.6°F) from December's 18.6°C (65.5°F). An average nighttime temperature of 8°C (46.4°F) is recorded during January.Rainfall
In Paphos, during January, the rain falls for 9.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 80mm (3.15") of precipitation. In Paphos, during the entire year, the rain falls for 46.8 days and collects up to 387mm (15.24") of precipitation.Sea temperature
In Paphos, in January, the average water temperature is 17.4°C (63.3°F).Note: A majority do not enjoy swimming in water at 17.4°C (63.3°F). The difficulty in controlling breathing increases progressively as the temperature dips below 21°C (69.8°F).
Daylight
The average length of the day in January is 10h and 8min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:57 and sunset at 16:49. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:49 and sunset at 17:17 EET.
Sunshine
In January, the average sunshine is 6.3h.UV index
In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during January translates into these guidelines:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Paphos, Cyprus
- Average high temperature in January: 17°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (30.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (16.9°C).
- Average low temperature in January: 8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (21°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (7.6°C).
Average rainfall in January
Paphos, Cyprus
- Average rainfall in January: 80.2mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (93.9mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Paphos, Cyprus
- Average rainfall days in January: 9.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (9.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0 days).
Average sea temperature in January
Paphos, Cyprus
- Average sea temperature in January: 17.4°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (27.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (16.8°C).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Paphos, Cyprus
- Average daylight in January: 10h and 6min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in January: 6h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).
Average UV index in January
Paphos, Cyprus
- Average UV index in January: 3
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 11).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).
