January weather forecast
San Cristobal, Ecuador

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Weather in January

San Cristobal, Ecuador greets the new year with a relatively mild climate. Following December, January sees a slight increase in temperature, with less rainfall and sunny days. The average sea temperature holds steady at 24.2°C (75.6°F) making for pleasurable aquatic activities along the coast. Meanwhile, beachgoers can appreciate the moderately high UV index, averaging at 6 for the month. With the pleasant January weather, various outdoor activities in San Cristobal become even more inviting.

Temperature

San Cristobal experiences a transition to a still moderately hot 24.8°C (76.6°F) in average high-temperatures with the arrival of January, not greatly differing from December's 23.3°C (73.9°F). San Cristobal, during January nights, witnesses an average temperature marginally cooler than its daytime highs, at a still warm 24°C (75.2°F).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In San Cristobal, in January, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 26mm (1.02") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 85 rainfall days, and 165mm (6.5") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In San Cristobal, the average seawater temperature in January is 24.2°C (75.6°F).
Note: Your comfort in 24.2°C (75.6°F) waters hinges on your relationship with the cold, today's sunny disposition, wind patterns, and the air's temperature. For context, Olympic swimmers are no strangers to waters of 25°C (77°F) to 28°C (82.4°F).

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in San Cristobal is 12h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of January, in San Cristobal, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:16 -06.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in San Cristobal is 7h.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Take warning! Reflective sand and water surfaces intensify the Sun's UV rays.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for San Cristobal in January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in San Cristobal, Ecuador, are 24.8°C (76.6°F) and 24°C (75.2°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in San Cristobal?

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

How many days does it rain in January in San Cristobal?

In San Cristobal, in January, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 26mm (1.02") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the water temperature in January in San Cristobal?

In San Cristobal, in January, the average water temperature is 24.2°C (75.6°F). For individuals prone to feeling cold, swimming in 23°C (73.4°F) is still regarded as intolerable. A wetsuit is not a necessity, but sunshine, wind, and air temperature are essential factors for relishing swimming at 24.2°C (75.6°F).

How many hours of daylight does San Cristobal have in January?

In January, the average day length is 12h and 10min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in San Cristobal?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:16 -06.

How long on average sun shines in January in San Cristobal?

In January, the average sunshine duration in San Cristobal is 7h.

What is the UV index intensity in January in San Cristobal?

In San Cristobal, Ecuador, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in January
San Cristobal, Ecuador

Average temperature in January - San Cristobal, Ecuador
  • Average high temperature in January: 24.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (26.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is September (21.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 24°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (25.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is September (20.5°C).

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Average pressure in January
San Cristobal, Ecuador

Average pressure in January - San Cristobal, Ecuador
  • Average pressure in January: 1011.1mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are August and September (1012.8mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1010.3mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
San Cristobal, Ecuador

Average wind speed in January - San Cristobal, Ecuador
  • Average wind speed in January: 14.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (19.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (10.2km/h).

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Average humidity in January
San Cristobal, Ecuador

Average humidity in January - San Cristobal, Ecuador
  • Average humidity in January: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (81%).

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Average rainfall in January
San Cristobal, Ecuador

Average rainfall in January - San Cristobal, Ecuador
  • Average rainfall in January: 26mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (44mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
San Cristobal, Ecuador

Average rainfall days in January - San Cristobal, Ecuador
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is February (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (2.7 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
San Cristobal, Ecuador

Average sea temperature in January - San Cristobal, Ecuador
  • Average sea temperature in January: 24.2°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is March (26.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is September (21.6°C).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
San Cristobal, Ecuador

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - San Cristobal, Ecuador
  • Average daylight in January: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in January
San Cristobal, Ecuador

Average sunshine days in January - San Cristobal, Ecuador
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (23.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.1 days).

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Average UV index in January
San Cristobal, Ecuador

Average UV index in January - San Cristobal, Ecuador
  • Average UV index in January: 6

The months with the highest UV index are February, March and April (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are June, July, August, September and October (UV index 5).

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Average cloud cover in January
San Cristobal, Ecuador

Average cloud cover in January - San Cristobal, Ecuador
  • Average cloud cover in January: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in January
San Cristobal, Ecuador

Average visibility in January - San Cristobal, Ecuador
  • 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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San Cristobal, Ecuador

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