January weather forecast
Bénéfica, French Guiana

January

Weather in January

January, like December, in Bénéfica, French Guiana, is another warm winter month, with an average temperature ranging between min 24.2°C (75.6°F) and max 27.8°C (82°F).

Temperature

In January, Bénéfica notes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 27.8°C (82°F), hardly different from the preceding month. The nights of January in Bénéfica are characterized by an average low-temperature of 24.2°C (75.6°F), subtly descending from daytime highs.

Heat index

The heat index in January is appraised at a hot 32°C (89.6°F). If one stays active during extended exposure, it might induce fatigue and result in heat cramps.
Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is a metric representing the sensation of warmth when air temperature and moisture come together. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Bénéfica, French Guiana, is 82%.

Rainfall

In Bénéfica, during January, the rain falls for 27.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 161mm (6.34") of precipitation. In Bénéfica, French Guiana, during the entire year, the rain falls for 288 days and collects up to 1773mm (69.8") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 11h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 18:32. On the last day of January, in Bénéfica, French Guiana, sunrise is at 06:49 and sunset at 18:44 -03.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 7.2h.

UV index

January through June and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Bénéfica. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Bénéfica in January?
The high-temperature, in January, in Bénéfica, records 27.8°C (82°F), while the low-temperature is 24.2°C (75.6°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in January is appraised at 32°C (89.6°F).
What is the average humidity in January in Bénéfica?
The average relative humidity in January is 82%.
How much does it rain in Bénéfica in January?
In January, in Bénéfica, the rain falls for 27.6 days. Throughout January, 161mm (6.34") of precipitation is accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Bénéfica have in January?
The average day length in January is 11h and 53min.
When are sunrise and sunset in January in Bénéfica?
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 18:32. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:49 and sunset at 18:44 -03.
How many hours of sunshine does Bénéfica have in January?
In January, the average sunshine duration in Bénéfica is 7.2h.
When is the lowest UV index in Bénéfica?
January through June and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index.
How high is the UV index in January in Bénéfica?
In Bénéfica, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Bénéfica, French Guiana
  • Average high temperature in January: 27.8°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are September and October (30.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (27.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 24.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (25.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.2°C).

Average pressure in January
Bénéfica, French Guiana
  • Average pressure in January: 1011.9mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are June and July (1013.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1009.7mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Bénéfica, French Guiana
  • Average wind speed in January: 14.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (15.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.7km/h).

Average humidity in January
Bénéfica, French Guiana
  • Average humidity in January: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and May (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Bénéfica, French Guiana
  • Average rainfall in January: 161mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (279mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (29mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Bénéfica, French Guiana
  • Average rainfall days in January: 27.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (29.6 days).
The months with the least rainy days are September and October (14.3 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Bénéfica, French Guiana
  • Average daylight in January: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Bénéfica, French Guiana
  • Average sunshine days in January: 1.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (13.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (0.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Bénéfica, French Guiana
  • Average UV index in January: 6

The months with the highest UV index are July, August, September, October and November (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in January
Bénéfica, French Guiana
  • Average cloud cover in January: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in January
Bénéfica, French Guiana
  • Average visibility in January: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June and July (9km).

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