January weather forecastPape'ete, French Polynesia

Early morning in the mountainous city of Papeete, in French Polynesia

January

Weather in January

Starting off the year, Pape'ete witnesses a breath-taking experience, with rich shades of blue involving both the sky and the sea. The overall climate is humid, favoring impressive cloudscapes that fill the skies roughly 50% of the time. The prevalent winds in the city are a testament of its oceanic environment, providing a gentle, consistent breeze. In particular, the month records the high wind speeds, peaking at 29km/h (18mph), creating a refreshing environment despite the higher temperatures. Transitioning between January and February, slight temperature fluctuations can be anticipated.

Temperature

Pape'ete marks the start of January with an average high-temperature of a still warm 26.9°C (80.4°F), hinting at a slight fluctuation from December's 26.8°C (80.2°F). In Pape'ete, January's low temperatures hover around a still moderately hot 26.1°C (79°F), reflecting a minor decrease from the daytime highs.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Pape'ete are January, March and April, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Pape'ete, French Polynesia, in January, it is raining for 29.3 days, with typically 234mm (9.21") of accumulated precipitation. In Pape'ete, during the entire year, the rain falls for 272.6 days and collects up to 1577mm (62.09") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In January, the average sea temperature is 28.3°C (82.9°F).
Note: Water activities in temperatures ranging from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) are pleasurable, without feeling uncomfortable even during extended periods.

Daylight

In Pape'ete, French Polynesia, the average length of the day in January is 13h and 2min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:26 and sunset at 18:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 18:38 -10.

Sunshine

In Pape'ete, the average sunshine in January is 8.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 7 in January translates into the following instructions:
Stay clear of intense sun exposure. Solar protection is of utmost significance. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Take caution! The UV rays from the Sun gain strength from sand and water reflections.

Updated: Feb 1, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 26.9°C (80.4°F) and 26.1°C (79°F) respectively.

January, March and April, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the least humid months.

In Pape'ete, French Polynesia, the average relative humidity in January is 78%.

In Pape'ete, French Polynesia, in January, during 29.3 rainfall days, 234mm (9.21") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Pape'ete, the average seawater temperature in January is 28.3°C (82.9°F). For any water activity, surface water temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are considered as excellent and extremely pleasant for lengthened periods.

In January, the average day length in Pape'ete is 13h and 2min.

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:26 and sunset at 18:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 18:38 -10.

The average sunshine duration in January is 8.9h.

January through May and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Pape'ete.

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Pape'ete, French Polynesia, is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year January F M A M J J A S O N D

Dec

January

Feb

Average high temperature

26.8°C

26.9°C

27°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

21.3km/h

21km/h

22.9km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

26.7

29.3

25.8

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

2.2

0.8

1.1

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Pape'ete, French Polynesia

Average high temperature in January: 26.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (27.3°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are August and September (24.6°C).

Average low temperature in January: 26.1°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are March and April (26.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (23.5°C).

Average pressure in January
Pape'ete, French Polynesia

Average pressure in January: 1011.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1015.3mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are January and December (1011.1mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Pape'ete, French Polynesia

Average wind speed in January: 20.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (25km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (18.3km/h).

Average humidity in January
Pape'ete, French Polynesia

Average humidity in January: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August, October and November (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and April (78%).

Average rainfall in January
Pape'ete, French Polynesia

Average rainfall in January: 234mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (246mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (40mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Pape'ete, French Polynesia

Average rainfall days in January: 29.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (29.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (17.3 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Pape'ete, French Polynesia

Average sea temperature in January: 28.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is March (28.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (26.4°C).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Pape'ete, French Polynesia

Average daylight in January: 13h and 0min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 6min).

Average sunshine in January: 8h and 54min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Pape'ete, French Polynesia

Average sunshine days in January: 0.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (9.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (0.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Pape'ete, French Polynesia

Average UV index in January: 7

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

Average cloud cover in January
Pape'ete, French Polynesia

Average cloud cover in January: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 42).

Average visibility in January
Pape'ete, French Polynesia

Average visibility in January: 9km

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