January weather forecast
Petite Soufriere, Dominica

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Weather in January

January marks the start of the year with temperatures fluctuating mildly from the preceding month. Daylight hours average at 11.3 hours, providing ample time for outdoor activities. Gusts of winds that can reach speeds of 38.5km/h (23.9mph) are common in January, bringing a refreshing chill to the coastlines of Petite Soufriere. January displays a considerable shift in relative humidity, maintaining it around 75%. The rainfall, although having less intensity than in other months, makes for a cool, pleasant climate with few days of exceptional brightness.

Temperature

In January, Petite Soufriere's weather conditions record an average high-temperature of a still warm 26.5°C (79.7°F), demonstrating little divergence from the preceding month. A modest dip in temperatures to an average of 24.6°C (76.3°F) is observed throughout Petite Soufriere's January nights.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Petite Soufriere are January through March, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

In Petite Soufriere, in January, during 18.5 rainfall days, 28mm (1.1") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Petite Soufriere, there are 221.9 rainfall days, and 570mm (22.44") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 11h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 17:45. On the last day of January, in Petite Soufriere, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 18:02 AST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Petite Soufriere is 7.3h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Petite Soufriere. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in January in Petite Soufriere?

Petite Soufriere in January has an average high-temperature of 26.5°C (79.7°F) and an average low-temperature of 24.6°C (76.3°F).

What are the least humid months in Petite Soufriere?

January through March, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the least humid months in Petite Soufriere, Dominica.

What is the average humidity in January in Petite Soufriere?

In January, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How much does it rain in Petite Soufriere in January?

In Petite Soufriere, Dominica, in January, it is raining for 18.5 days, with typically 28mm (1.1") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in January in Petite Soufriere?

The average day length in January is 11h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Petite Soufriere?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 17:45. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 18:02 AST.

How many hours of sunshine does Petite Soufriere have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Petite Soufriere is 7.3h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Petite Soufriere?

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Petite Soufriere.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Petite Soufriere?

The months with the lowest UV index in Petite Soufriere are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

What is the UV index reading in January in Petite Soufriere?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in January
Petite Soufriere, Dominica

Average temperature in January - Petite Soufriere, Dominica
  • Average high temperature in January: 26.5°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are August, September and October (28.6°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are February and March (26.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 24.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (27.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (24.1°C).

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Average pressure in January
Petite Soufriere, Dominica

Average pressure in January - Petite Soufriere, Dominica
  • Average pressure in January: 1015.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1015.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1012.1mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Petite Soufriere, Dominica

Average wind speed in January - Petite Soufriere, Dominica
  • Average wind speed in January: 27.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (27.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (20.2km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Petite Soufriere, Dominica

Average humidity in January - Petite Soufriere, Dominica
  • Average humidity in January: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February and March (75%).

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Average rainfall in January
Petite Soufriere, Dominica

Average rainfall in January - Petite Soufriere, Dominica
  • Average rainfall in January: 28mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (78mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (20mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Petite Soufriere, Dominica

Average rainfall days in January - Petite Soufriere, Dominica
  • Average rainfall days in January: 18.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (21.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (14.8 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Petite Soufriere, Dominica

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Petite Soufriere, Dominica
  • Average daylight in January: 11h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Petite Soufriere, Dominica

Average sunshine days in January - Petite Soufriere, Dominica
  • Average sunshine days in January: 8.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (9.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (5.9 days).

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Average UV index in January
Petite Soufriere, Dominica

Average UV index in January - Petite Soufriere, Dominica
  • Average UV index in January: 7

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

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Average cloud cover in January
Petite Soufriere, Dominica

Average cloud cover in January - Petite Soufriere, Dominica
  • Average cloud cover in January: 35

The months with the most cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in January
Petite Soufriere, Dominica

Average visibility in January - Petite Soufriere, Dominica
  • 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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