January weather forecast
Djibouti, Djibouti

Djibouti, Djibouti under clear blue skies into the horizon
Djibouti, Djibouti under clear blue skies into the horizon

January

Weather in January

With moderately warm temperatures, the weather during January in Djibouti, Djibouti, tends to be relatively comfortable. The month starts with a blend of hot afternoons contrasting with cool evenings and a mix of sun and clouds. The month can also be characterized by a slightly damp atmosphere with an average relative humidity of 72%. The generosity of the sea offers a delightful 26.3°C (79.3°F) temperature, and there's a noticeable breeze flowing at about 13.3km/h (8.3mph). As the month progresses, evenings become slightly chillier, yet the daytime warmth remains a shoulder-season charm.

Temperature

January, on average, is the coldest month, registering a high temperature of 26.3°C (79.3°F) and a low of 22.4°C (72.3°F).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

In Djibouti, Djibouti, during January, the rain falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 11mm (0.43") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 81.4 rainfall days, and 125mm (4.92") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through August, October through December are months without snowfall.

Sea temperature

In January, the average sea temperature is 26.3°C (79.3°F).
Note: In water activities such as swimming and diving, temperatures from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) are deemed highly pleasurable for extended periods without any unease.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 11h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 17:54. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 18:09 EAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 7.6h.

UV index

January, February and 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 health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Be attentive! The UV exposure is heightened with reflections from sand and water.

Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?
With average high and low temperatures of 26.3°C (79.3°F) and 22.4°C (72.3°F) respectively, January is Djibouti's coldest month.
What are the temperatures in January?
In January, in Djibouti, the average high-temperature is 26.3°C (79.3°F), and the average low-temperature is 22.4°C (72.3°F).
What is the average humidity in January?
In Djibouti, the average relative humidity in January is 72%.
How many days does it rain in January?
In Djibouti, during January, the rain falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 11mm (0.43") of precipitation.
When it does not snow?
In Djibouti, snow does not fall in January through August, October through December.
How warm is the water in January?
In Djibouti, the average seawater temperature in January is 26.3°C (79.3°F). For swimming, diving, and other water activities, temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are perceived as very enjoyable and pleasurable for prolonged periods without feeling uncomfortable.
How many hours of daylight does Djibouti have in January?
The average day length in January is 11h and 32min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in January?
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 17:54. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 18:09 EAT.
How long on average sun shines in January?
In Djibouti, the average sunshine duration in January is 7.6h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index?
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
What is the UV index intensity in January?
In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average sea temperature
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in January
Djibouti, Djibouti
  • Average high temperature in January: 26.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (37.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 22.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (31.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.4°C).

Average pressure in January
Djibouti, Djibouti
  • Average pressure in January: 1014.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1014.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1003.2mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Djibouti, Djibouti
  • Average wind speed in January: 13.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (14.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (9.8km/h).

Average humidity in January
Djibouti, Djibouti
  • Average humidity in January: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (42%).

Average rainfall in January
Djibouti, Djibouti
  • Average rainfall in January: 11mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (24mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (1mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Djibouti, Djibouti
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (11.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1.4 days).

Average snowfall days in January
Djibouti, Djibouti
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is September (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Djibouti, Djibouti
  • Average sea temperature in January: 26.3°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are June and September (30.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (26°C).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Djibouti, Djibouti
  • Average daylight in January: 11h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are November and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Djibouti, Djibouti
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (27.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Djibouti, Djibouti
  • Average UV index in January: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in January
Djibouti, Djibouti
  • Average cloud cover in January: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 34).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in January
Djibouti, Djibouti
  • Average visibility in January: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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