January weather forecastEl Chal, Guatemala

January

Weather in January

January, the same as December, is a moderately hot winter month in El Chal, Guatemala, with an average temperature varying between 17.1°C (62.8°F) and 27.4°C (81.3°F).

Temperature

In El Chal, Guatemala, the month of January registers the lowest temperatures, averaging 27.4°C (81.3°F) at the peak and 17.1°C (62.8°F) at the lowest.

Heat index

During January, the heat index is computed to be a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). Enduring exposure and unrelenting activity might cause a state of weariness, potentially leading to heat cramps.
When assessing, remember that heat index measurements are for light winds and shaded spots. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. The effect is experienced differently by individuals, hinging on unique characteristics such as body mass, stature, and level of activity. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Kids generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.

Humidity

In El Chal, the average relative humidity in January is 84%.

Rainfall

In El Chal, in January, it is raining for 14.5 days, with typically 34mm (1.34") of accumulated precipitation. In El Chal, during the entire year, the rain falls for 227.8 days and collects up to 871mm (34.29") of precipitation.

Daylight

In El Chal, the average length of the day in January is 11h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 17:36. On the last day of January, in El Chal, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 17:54 CST.

Sunshine

January and November, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 5, January is the month with the lowest UV index in El Chal. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during January leads to these instructions:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.

Frequently asked questions

January, having an average high-temperature of 27.4°C (81.3°F) and an average low-temperature of 17.1°C (62.8°F), is the coldest month in El Chal, Guatemala.

The high-temperature in El Chal during January is 27.4°C (81.3°F) and the low-temperature is 17.1°C (62.8°F). In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 31°C (87.8°F).

In El Chal, Guatemala, the average relative humidity in January is 84%.

In El Chal, in January, during 14.5 rainfall days, 34mm (1.34") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In El Chal, the average day length in January is 11h and 16min.

On the first day of January in El Chal, Guatemala, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 17:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 17:54 CST.

January and November, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

The average sunshine duration in January in El Chal, Guatemala, is 4.9h.

With an average maximum UV index of 5, January is the month with the lowest UV index in El Chal.

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
El Chal, Guatemala

  • Average high temperature in January: 27.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (35.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 17.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (22.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°C).

Average pressure in January
El Chal, Guatemala

  • Average pressure in January: 1017.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1017.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1011.8mbar).

Average wind speed in January
El Chal, Guatemala

  • Average wind speed in January: 4.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (5.7km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are October, November and December (4.2km/h).

Average humidity in January
El Chal, Guatemala

  • Average humidity in January: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are October, November and December (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (67%).

Average rainfall in January
El Chal, Guatemala

  • Average rainfall in January: 34mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (161mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (19mm).

Average rainfall days in January
El Chal, Guatemala

  • Average rainfall days in January: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (26.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.4 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
El Chal, Guatemala

  • Average daylight in January: 11h and 18min

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: 4h and 54min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and November (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
El Chal, Guatemala

  • Average sunshine days in January: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (1.7 days).

Average UV index in January
El Chal, Guatemala

  • Average UV index in January: 5

The months with the highest UV index are March, April, May, June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in January
El Chal, Guatemala

  • Average cloud cover in January: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in January
El Chal, Guatemala

  • Average visibility in January: 6km

The months with the highest visibility are March, April and May (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, September, October, November and December (6km).