January weather forecast
Cuenca, Ecuador

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Weather in January

January in Cuenca, Ecuador, is characterized by cool temperatures and high relative humidity, lending the city a distinctive start to the year. Average rainfall stands at 127mm (5"), making moisture a prevalent feature throughout the month. The combination of high humidity and cool temperatures creates atmospheric conditions vibrant with life. As compared to December, Cuenca experiences cooler temperatures in January. Moving into February, the substantial rainfall persists but with a slight increase in temperature.

Temperature

The commencement of January notes an average high-temperature of a still mild 14.6°C (58.3°F), exhibiting little difference from the previous month. Throughout January, the average low-temperature in Cuenca dips to a chilly 7.5°C (45.5°F).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Cuenca is 86%.

Rainfall

In Cuenca, in January, it is raining for 23.1 days, with typically 127mm (5") of accumulated precipitation. In Cuenca, during the entire year, the rain falls for 268.2 days and collects up to 1181mm (46.5") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Cuenca, snow does not fall in January through May, September through December.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 12h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 18:28. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:36 -05.

Sunshine

In Cuenca, Ecuador, the average sunshine in January is 7.2h.

UV index

January through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. 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 average daily UV index of 3 in January transforms into the following instructions:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Cuenca in January?

January temperatures in Cuenca vary between a high-temperature of 14.6°C (58.3°F) and a low-temperature of 7.5°C (45.5°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Cuenca?

The average relative humidity in January in Cuenca is 86%.

How much does it rain in Cuenca in January?

In Cuenca, Ecuador, in January, it is raining for 23.1 days, with typically 127mm (5") of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Cuenca?

In Cuenca, Ecuador, snow does not fall in January through May, September through December.

What is the average length of the day in January in Cuenca?

In Cuenca, the average day length in January is 12h and 16min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Cuenca?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 18:28. On the last day of the month, in Cuenca, Ecuador, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:36 -05.

How many hours of sunshine does Cuenca have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Cuenca, Ecuador, is 7.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Cuenca?

The months with the lowest UV index in Cuenca, Ecuador, are January through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Cuenca?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Cuenca is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Cuenca, Ecuador

Average temperature in January - Cuenca, Ecuador
  • Average high temperature in January: 14.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (15.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (13.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 7.5°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are February and November (8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (5.4°C).

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Average pressure in January
Cuenca, Ecuador

Average pressure in January - Cuenca, Ecuador
  • Average pressure in January: 1013.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1015.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1012.4mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Cuenca, Ecuador

Average wind speed in January - Cuenca, Ecuador
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.1km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are August and September (10km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are February and November (5.6km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Cuenca, Ecuador

Average humidity in January - Cuenca, Ecuador
  • Average humidity in January: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and April (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (77%).

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Average rainfall in January
Cuenca, Ecuador

Average rainfall in January - Cuenca, Ecuador
  • Average rainfall in January: 127mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (157mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (35mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Cuenca, Ecuador

Average rainfall days in January - Cuenca, Ecuador
  • Average rainfall days in January: 23.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (28.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are August and September (16.1 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Cuenca, Ecuador

Average snowfall in January - Cuenca, Ecuador
  • Average snowfall in January: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is July (10mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in January
Cuenca, Ecuador

Average snowfall days in January - Cuenca, Ecuador
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (1.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Cuenca, Ecuador

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Cuenca, Ecuador
  • Average daylight in January: 12h and 2min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 9h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Cuenca, Ecuador

Average sunshine days in January - Cuenca, Ecuador
  • Average sunshine days in January: 5.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (7.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (1.9 days).

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Average UV index in January
Cuenca, Ecuador

Average UV index in January - Cuenca, Ecuador
  • Average UV index in January: 3

The month with the highest UV index is September (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in January
Cuenca, Ecuador

Average cloud cover in January - Cuenca, Ecuador
  • Average cloud cover in January: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in January
Cuenca, Ecuador

Average visibility in January - Cuenca, Ecuador
  • Average visibility in January: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are August and September (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, November and December (7km).

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