Contents
- Weather in January
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in January
- Average pressure in January
- Average wind speed in January
- Average humidity in January
- Average rainfall in January
- Average rainfall days in January
- Average daylight in January
- Average sunshine in January
- Average sunshine days in January
- Average UV index in January
- Average cloud cover in January
- Average visibility in January
January
Weather in January
Temperature
The month of January, characterized by an average high of 27.6°C (81.7°F) and a low of 20.3°C (68.5°F), is recognized as the coldest.Heat index
For January, the heat index is computed to be a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). With ongoing exposure and activity, one might experience weariness, and heat cramps could ensue.Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Be aware that direct exposure to sunlight increases heat impact and may raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.
Humidity
In Canastica, the average relative humidity in January is 80%.Rainfall
January is the month with the least rainfall in Canastica. Rain falls for 7.3 days and accumulates 9mm (0.35") of precipitation.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day is 11h and 10min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:12 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of January, in Canastica, sunrise is at 07:14 and sunset at 18:33 AST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in January is 9.3h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, August, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The UV index of 6 in January translates into these instructions:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.
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Frequently asked questions
What month is the coldest in Canastica?
What are the temperatures in Canastica in January?
What is the average humidity in January in Canastica?
What is the driest month in Canastica?
How much does it rain in Canastica in January?
What is the average length of the day in January in Canastica?
When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Canastica?
How many hours of sunshine does Canastica have in January?
When is the lowest UV index in Canastica?
What is the UV index reading in January in Canastica?
Average temperature in January
Canastica, Dominican Republic
- Average high temperature in January: 27.6°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (30.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.6°C).
- Average low temperature in January: 20.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (23.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (20.2°C).
Average pressure in January
Canastica, Dominican Republic
- Average pressure in January: 1016.7mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1016.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1012.6mbar).
Average wind speed in January
Canastica, Dominican Republic
- Average wind speed in January: 11km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (11.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (8.5km/h).
Average humidity in January
Canastica, Dominican Republic
- Average humidity in January: 80%
The months with the highest relative humidity are September, October, November and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (77%).
Average rainfall in January
Canastica, Dominican Republic
- Average rainfall in January: 9mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (86mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (9mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Canastica, Dominican Republic
- Average rainfall days in January: 7.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Canastica, Dominican Republic
- Average daylight in January: 11h and 1min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in January: 9h and 2min
The months with the most sunshine are September and November (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in January
Canastica, Dominican Republic
- Average sunshine days in January: 22.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.1 days).
Average UV index in January
Canastica, Dominican Republic
- Average UV index in January: 6
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, September and October (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, August, November and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in January
Canastica, Dominican Republic
- Average cloud cover in January: 26
The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in January
Canastica, Dominican Republic
- Average visibility in January: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (9km).
