January weather forecast
Basse Terre, Guadeloupe

Seascape of the Deshaies Bay in Basse Terre, Guadeloupe
Seascape of the Deshaies Bay in Basse Terre, Guadeloupe

January

Weather in January

January in Basse Terre, Guadeloupe experiences relatively moderate temperatures along with noticeable amounts of precipitation. Its temperatures are relatively cooler as compared to later months, ranging from 25.1°C (77.2°F) to 26.6°C (79.9°F). The period is known for its high level of relative humidity, typically clinging around 75%. As the year unfolds, the warming trend noticeable during subsequent months begins to establish itself. The frequency of rainfall events and colder temperatures keeps the month cooler compared to the rest of the year.

Temperature

Basse Terre's January reports an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 26.6°C (79.9°F), exhibiting a minor difference from December. The temperature during January experiences a small drop from daytime peaks, recording an average of 25.1°C (77.2°F) at night.

Humidity

January through March, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Basse Terre, in January, it is raining for 20.2 days, with typically 39mm (1.54") of accumulated precipitation. In Basse Terre, during the entire year, the rain falls for 261.2 days and collects up to 839mm (33.03") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Basse Terre, the average seawater temperature in January is 27.2°C (81°F).
Note: For any water activity, surface water temperatures from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) are deemed perfect and extremely pleasing for enduring enjoyment.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 11h and 18min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 17:46. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 18:03 AST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Take note! Sand and water reflections strengthen the Sun's UV exposure.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Basse Terre in January?
In Basse Terre, 26.6°C (79.9°F) is the average high-temperature and 25.1°C (77.2°F) is the average low-temperature during January.
What are the least humid months?
January through March, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the least humid months.
What is the average humidity in January?
In January, the average relative humidity in Basse Terre is 75%.
How much does it rain in January?
In Basse Terre, during January, the rain falls for 20.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 39mm (1.54") of precipitation.
What is the water temperature in January?
In January, the average sea temperature is 27.2°C (81°F). For swimming, diving, and other water activities, temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are perceived as very enjoyable and pleasurable for prolonged periods without feeling uncomfortable.
How many hours of daylight does Basse Terre have in January?
In Basse Terre, Guadeloupe, the average day length in January is 11h and 18min.
When are sunrise and sunset in January?
On the first day of January in Basse Terre, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 17:46. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 18:03 AST.
How long on average sun shines in January?
In Basse Terre, Guadeloupe, the average sunshine duration in January is 7h.
What is the month with the highest UV index?
January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.
When is the lowest UV index?
The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
What is the UV index reading in January?
The average daily maximum UV index in January is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average low temperature
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in January
Basse Terre, Guadeloupe
  • Average high temperature in January: 26.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (29.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (26.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 25.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (27.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (24.8°C).

Average pressure in January
Basse Terre, Guadeloupe
  • Average pressure in January: 1015.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1016mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1012.3mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Basse Terre, Guadeloupe
  • Average wind speed in January: 23.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (24km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (18.1km/h).

Average humidity in January
Basse Terre, Guadeloupe
  • Average humidity in January: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, July, August and November (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February and March (75%).

Average rainfall in January
Basse Terre, Guadeloupe
  • Average rainfall in January: 39mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (119mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (31mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Basse Terre, Guadeloupe
  • Average rainfall days in January: 20.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (25.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (16.9 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Basse Terre, Guadeloupe
  • Average sea temperature in January: 27.2°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (29.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (26.7°C).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Basse Terre, Guadeloupe
  • Average daylight in January: 11h and 2min

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

  • Average sunshine in January: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Basse Terre, Guadeloupe
  • Average sunshine days in January: 6.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (9.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (0.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Basse Terre, Guadeloupe
  • Average UV index in January: 7

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

Average cloud cover in January
Basse Terre, Guadeloupe
  • Average cloud cover in January: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in January
Basse Terre, Guadeloupe
  • 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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