January weather forecast
Chicacao, Guatemala

January

Weather in January

January is a hot winter month in Chicacao, Guatemala, with an average temperature varying between 30°C (86°F) and 17.7°C (63.9°F).

Temperature

Chicacao measures an average high-temperature of a hot 30°C (86°F) in January, nearly consistent with the preceding month. In Chicacao, the nighttime temperature registers a significant drop from daytime peaks to an average of 17.7°C (63.9°F) in January.

Heat index

During January, the heat index is calculated to be a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Heightened precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. Depending on the activity and the individual's heat perception, which may vary due to factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variations, this effect remains subjective. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Children often overlook the necessity for resting and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - thus, it is critical to stay hydrated, especially during extended periods of physical activities.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are January through March, with an average relative humidity of 59%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are January and February Rain falls for 4.8 days and accumulates 7mm (0.28") of rain.

Daylight

In Chicacao, the average length of the day in January is 11h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 17:47. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 18:03 CST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 8.2h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 6 in January transforms into this advice:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Chicacao in January?
The high-temperature, in January, in Chicacao, is 30°C (86°F), while the low-temperature averages to 17.7°C (63.9°F). In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 33°C (91.4°F).
What is the least humid month in Chicacao?
January through March, with an average relative humidity of 59%, are the least humid months.
What is the average humidity in January in Chicacao?
In Chicacao, the average relative humidity in January is 59%.
What is the driest month in Chicacao?
January and February are months with the least rain in Chicacao when the rain falls for 4.8 days and typically aggregates up to 7mm (0.28") of rain.
How many days does it rain in January in Chicacao?
In Chicacao, Guatemala, during January, the rain falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 7mm (0.28") of precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Chicacao have in January?
In January, the average day length in Chicacao, Guatemala, is 11h and 23min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Chicacao?
On the first day of January in Chicacao, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 17:47. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 18:03 CST.
How many hours of sunshine does Chicacao have in January?
In January, the average sunshine duration in Chicacao, Guatemala, is 8.2h.
What are the months with the highest UV index in Chicacao?
January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Chicacao, Guatemala.
When is the lowest UV index in Chicacao?
January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Chicacao.
What is the UV index intensity in January in Chicacao?
In Chicacao, Guatemala, 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.
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Average temperature in January
Chicacao, Guatemala
  • Average high temperature in January: 30°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (31.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is September (28.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 17.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (20.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (17.6°C).

Average pressure in January
Chicacao, Guatemala
  • Average pressure in January: 1014.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1014.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1012.2mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Chicacao, Guatemala
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (5.1km/h).

Average humidity in January
Chicacao, Guatemala
  • Average humidity in January: 59%

The months with the highest relative humidity are September and October (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February and March (59%).

Average rainfall in January
Chicacao, Guatemala
  • Average rainfall in January: 7mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (274mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (7mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Chicacao, Guatemala
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (27.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Chicacao, Guatemala
  • Average daylight in January: 11h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 8h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are April and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Chicacao, Guatemala
  • Average sunshine days in January: 24.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (1.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Chicacao, Guatemala
  • Average UV index in January: 6

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

Average cloud cover in January
Chicacao, Guatemala
  • Average cloud cover in January: 12

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in January
Chicacao, Guatemala
  • Average visibility in January: 10km

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

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