January weather forecast
Guyana

January in Guyana marks the onset of the second rainy season of the year, following a relatively dry period in December. Precipitation levels begin to escalate, contributing to a monthly total that can reach up to 250mm (9.84"). This increased rainfall can lead to localised flooding, primarily in coastal and lowland regions. While Georgetown, the capital city, is equipped with a series of canals and sea walls to manage this water influx, rural areas may experience more significant effects from these downpours.

Temperature-wise, January is consistent with the year-round warm climate in Guyana. Average temperatures typically oscillate between 22°C (71.6°F) and 28°C (82.4°F), providing a warm, if somewhat humid, atmosphere. There are no extremes of heat or cold during this period, and January does not hold any records for maximum or minimum temperatures in the country.

In comparison to the preceding month, December, January sees a significant increase in rainfall. December is part of a dry season with significantly lower precipitation, whereas January marks the start of the rainy season. In contrast, the following month, February, typically sees a reduction in rainfall as Guyana transitions towards one of its drier periods of the year. Consequently, January stands out as a notably wet month wedged between the drier periods of December and February.

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• Georgetown - January »
  January stands out as Georgetown's coldest month, with temperatures ranging between an average high of 28.6°C (83.5°F) and a low of 23.6°C (74.5°F). Setting the tone for the early year weather scenario in Georgetown, Guyana, January's mellow climate makes for an enjoyable time.
• New Amsterdam - January »
  January, February, April, June through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in New Amsterdam, Guyana. In New Amsterdam, during January, the rain falls for 24.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 126mm (4.96") of precipitation.
• Skeldon - January »
  On the first day of January in Skeldon, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 17:45. On the first day of January in Skeldon, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 17:45.
• Rosignol - January »
  In comparison with December, the climate of Rosignol, Guyana experiences a slight drop in the sea temperature from 27.8°C (82°F) to 27.7°C (81.9°F), marking the month's most noteworthy weather shift. Absence of any major weather anomalies make January a typical month in the year-round tropical climate of Rosignol.
• Mahaicony - January »
  January is the month that records the lowest temperatures in Mahaicony with averages ranging from a high of 29.3°C (84.7°F) to a low of 21.8°C (71.2°F). The month of January brings the New Year to the city of Mahaicony, with relatively warm temperatures and high humidity constants.
• Parika - January »
  With average high temperatures of 29.3°C (84.7°F) and lows of 21.8°C (71.2°F), January is the coldest month in Parika, Guyana. Parika city's vegetation benefits from the January weather, flourishing under the harmonious blend of rain and sunshine.
• Lethem - January »
  The month with the least rainfall in Lethem is January, when the rain falls for 13 days and typically collects 30mm (1.18") of precipitation. In Lethem, the warmest months are January through April, September through December, registering an average high-temperature of 33°C (91.4°F).