January weather forecast
Atuona, French Polynesia

The weather in Atuona, French Polynesia starts the new year with notable warmth and rainfall. Daylight hours span just over half the day, allowing you to enjoy plenty of sun-basked moments. The highest temperature reaches 30°C (86°F) and the lowest hovers around 23°C (73.4°F). At sea, waters display a pleasant balance of warmth inviting for aquatic activities. Despite the generous sun hours, remember to pack an umbrella as showers might interrupt plans occasionally.

Temperature

January's climate reveals an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30°C (86°F), consistent with December. During January, the average low-temperature in Atuona, French Polynesia, is a warm 23°C (73.4°F).

Rainfall

In Atuona, during January, the rain falls for 17 days and regularly aggregates up to 114mm (4.49") of precipitation. In Atuona, during the entire year, the rain falls for 121 days and collects up to 1293mm (50.91") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In January, the average sea temperature is 27.6°C (81.7°F).
Note: For activities in the water such as swimming or diving, temperatures from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) are considered optimal for prolonged enjoyment without discomfort.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 12h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:29 and sunset at 18:10. On the last day of January, in Atuona, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 18:15 -0930.

Sunshine

January, February, September through December, with an average of 8h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Atuona.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through April, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index reading of 11, and higher, represents an ultimate health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, an average UV index of 12 transforms into the following instructions:
Implement all necessary safeguards, unprotected skin might suffer burns rapidly. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Applying and reapplying liberally a broad-spectrum sunscreen of SPF 30+ every two hours, and straight after a swim or outdoor activity is recommended. Take note! The UV strength of the Sun elevates when reflected off water and sand.