January weather forecast
Santa Bárbara, Guatemala

January

Weather in January

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

Temperature

January's presence marks an average high-temperature of a tropical 30°C (86°F), subtly varied from December's 29.5°C (85.1°F). A sharp divergence from daytime highs is noted in Santa Bárbara during the month of January, with the average nighttime temperature settling at a refreshing 17.7°C (63.9°F).

Heat index

January's heat index is evaluated at a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Adopt heightened preventive measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Persistent activity could lead to heatstroke.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Recognize that direct exposure to the sun can escalate the heat effect, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

January and February are months with the least rain in Santa Bárbara when the rain falls for 4.8 days and typically aggregates up to 7mm (0.28") of rain.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 11h and 23min.
On the first day of January in Santa Bárbara, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 17:47. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 18:03 CST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Santa Bárbara is 8.2h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Santa Bárbara in January?
The average high-temperature, in January, in Santa Bárbara, is 30°C (86°F), while the average low-temperature is 17.7°C (63.9°F). In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 33°C (91.4°F).
What are the least humid months in Santa Bárbara?
The months with the lowest humidity are January through March, with an average relative humidity of 59%.
What is the average humidity in January in Santa Bárbara?
The average relative humidity in January in Santa Bárbara is 59%.
What is the driest month in Santa Bárbara?
The months with the least rainfall in Santa Bárbara are January and February Rain falls for 4.8 days and accumulates 7mm (0.28") of rain.
How much does it rain in Santa Bárbara in January?
In January, in Santa Bárbara, the rain falls for 4.8 days. Throughout January, 7mm (0.28") of precipitation is accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Santa Bárbara have in January?
The average day length in January in Santa Bárbara is 11h and 23min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Santa Bárbara?
In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 17:47. On the last day of the month, in Santa Bárbara, Guatemala, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 18:03 CST.
How many hours of sunshine does Santa Bárbara have in January?
In Santa Bárbara, Guatemala, the average sunshine duration in January is 8.2h.
When is the highest UV index in Santa Bárbara?
January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Santa Bárbara.
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Santa Bárbara?
The months with the lowest UV index in Santa Bárbara, Guatemala, are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
How high is the UV index in January in Santa Bárbara?
In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January - Santa Bárbara, Guatemala
Average temperature in January
Santa Bárbara, 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 - Santa Bárbara, Guatemala
Average pressure in January
Santa Bárbara, 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 - Santa Bárbara, Guatemala
Average wind speed in January
Santa Bárbara, 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 - Santa Bárbara, Guatemala
Average humidity in January
Santa Bárbara, 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 - Santa Bárbara, Guatemala
Average rainfall in January
Santa Bárbara, 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 - Santa Bárbara, Guatemala
Average rainfall days in January
Santa Bárbara, 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 - Santa Bárbara, Guatemala
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Santa Bárbara, 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 - Santa Bárbara, Guatemala
Average sunshine days in January
Santa Bárbara, 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 - Santa Bárbara, Guatemala
Average UV index in January
Santa Bárbara, 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 - Santa Bárbara, Guatemala
Average cloud cover in January
Santa Bárbara, 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 - Santa Bárbara, Guatemala
Average visibility in January
Santa Bárbara, 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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