January weather forecast
Happy Valley, Hong Kong

January

Weather in January

The city of Happy Valley in Hong Kong starts the year with cool temperatures and moderate rainfall. Humidity level begins to increase, and there is a noticeable difference in daylight, with almost 11 hours per day. Compared to February, the average high temperature is slightly lower and the rainfall amount is minimal. Remarkably, the dry wind gusts can reach up to 20.4km/h (12.7mph). Evenings often offer clear skies, making it a suitable period for stargazing.

Temperature

January is the month when Happy Valley sees the lowest average temperatures, with a high of 18.5°C (65.3°F) and a low of 15°C (59°F).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

In Happy Valley, in January, it is raining for 12.6 days, with typically 25mm (0.98") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 224.5 rainfall days, and 1264mm (49.76") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 10h and 57min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 07:02 and sunset at 17:50. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:02 and sunset at 18:10 HKT.

Sunshine

In Happy Valley, the average sunshine in January is 5.9h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 4, January is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 4 in January translates into this advice:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.

Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?
With average high and low temperatures of 18.5°C (65.3°F) and 15°C (59°F) respectively, January is Happy Valley's coldest month.
What are the temperatures in January?
The high-temperature during January is 18.5°C (65.3°F) and the low-temperature is 15°C (59°F).
What is the average humidity in January?
In Happy Valley, the average relative humidity in January is 73%.
How much does it rain in January?
In January, the rain falls for 12.6 days. Throughout January, 25mm (0.98") of precipitation is accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Happy Valley have in January?
In January, the average day length is 10h and 57min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in January?
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 07:02 and sunset at 17:50. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:02 and sunset at 18:10 HKT.
How long on average sun shines in January?
In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.9h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index?
The month with the lowest UV index is January, with an average maximum UV index of 4.
What is the UV index reading in January?
The average daily maximum UV index in January is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
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Average temperature in January - Happy Valley, Hong Kong
Average temperature in January
Happy Valley, Hong Kong
  • Average high temperature in January: 18.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (30.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 15°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (27.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15°C).

Average pressure in January - Happy Valley, Hong Kong
Average pressure in January
Happy Valley, Hong Kong
  • Average pressure in January: 1020.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1020.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (1004.8mbar).

Average wind speed in January - Happy Valley, Hong Kong
Average wind speed in January
Happy Valley, Hong Kong
  • Average wind speed in January: 15.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (16km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (12.4km/h).

Average humidity in January - Happy Valley, Hong Kong
Average humidity in January
Happy Valley, Hong Kong
  • Average humidity in January: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is December (70%).

Average rainfall in January - Happy Valley, Hong Kong
Average rainfall in January
Happy Valley, Hong Kong
  • Average rainfall in January: 25mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (223mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (23mm).

Average rainfall days in January - Happy Valley, Hong Kong
Average rainfall days in January
Happy Valley, Hong Kong
  • Average rainfall days in January: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (26.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (11.2 days).

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Happy Valley, Hong Kong
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Happy Valley, Hong Kong
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is March (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January - Happy Valley, Hong Kong
Average sunshine days in January
Happy Valley, Hong Kong
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (3.1 days).

Average UV index in January - Happy Valley, Hong Kong
Average UV index in January
Happy Valley, Hong Kong
  • Average UV index in January: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in January - Happy Valley, Hong Kong
Average cloud cover in January
Happy Valley, Hong Kong
  • Average cloud cover in January: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are September and October (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in January - Happy Valley, Hong Kong
Average visibility in January
Happy Valley, Hong Kong
  • Average visibility in January: 9km

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

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