January weather forecast
Morant Bay, Jamaica

Weather in January

January, like December, in Morant Bay, Jamaica, is a moderately hot winter month, with an average temperature varying between 26.3°C (79.3°F) and 24.6°C (76.3°F).

Temperature

In January, the average high-temperature is relatively the same as in December - a still moderately hot 26.3°C (79.3°F). The average low-temperature, in Morant Bay, is 24.6°C (76.3°F).

Humidity

January is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In Morant Bay, during January, the rain falls for 22.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 70mm (2.76") of precipitation. In Morant Bay, during the entire year, the rain falls for 292.5 days and collects up to 1440mm (56.69") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Morant Bay, Jamaica, the average seawater temperature in January is 27.2°C (81°F).
Note: Water temperature between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) is regarded as very warm and enjoyable by all. With these temperatures, water activities are pleasurable, without feeling uncomfortable for prolonged periods.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Morant Bay is 11h and 12min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 17:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 17:59 EST.

Sunshine

In Morant Bay, the average sunshine in January is 6.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Morant Bay, Jamaica, are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 7 translate into the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is significantly increased by the reflection of the water and sand.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in January in Morant Bay?

In Morant Bay, in January, the average high-temperature is 26.3°C (79.3°F), and the average low-temperature is 24.6°C (76.3°F).

What is the least humid month in Morant Bay?

The least humid month in Morant Bay, Jamaica, is January, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in January in Morant Bay?

The average relative humidity in January in Morant Bay, Jamaica, is 77%.

How many days does it rain in January in Morant Bay?

In Morant Bay, Jamaica, in January, it is raining for 22.1 days, with typically 70mm (2.76") of accumulated precipitation.

How warm is the water in January in Morant Bay?

In Morant Bay, Jamaica, the average seawater temperature in January is 27.2°C (81°F). For swimming, diving, and other water activities, temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are perceived as very enjoyable and pleasurable for prolonged periods without feeling uncomfortable.

What is the average length of the day in January in Morant Bay?

In January, the average day length in Morant Bay, Jamaica, is 11h and 12min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Morant Bay?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 17:41. On the last day of the month, in Morant Bay, Jamaica, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 17:59 EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Morant Bay?

The average sunshine duration in January is 6.4h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Morant Bay?

The months with the highest UV index in Morant Bay are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Morant Bay?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

What is the UV index reading in January in Morant Bay?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Morant Bay, Jamaica, is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in January
Morant Bay, Jamaica

Average temperature in January - Morant Bay, Jamaica
  • Average high temperature in January: 26.3°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are August and September (28.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (26.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 24.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (26.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (24.2°C).

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Average pressure in January
Morant Bay, Jamaica

Average pressure in January - Morant Bay, Jamaica
  • Average pressure in January: 1015.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1015.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1011.6mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Morant Bay, Jamaica

Average wind speed in January - Morant Bay, Jamaica
  • Average wind speed in January: 19.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (21.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (15.4km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Morant Bay, Jamaica

Average humidity in January - Morant Bay, Jamaica
  • Average humidity in January: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (77%).

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Average rainfall in January
Morant Bay, Jamaica

Average rainfall in January - Morant Bay, Jamaica
  • Average rainfall in January: 70mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (189mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (62mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Morant Bay, Jamaica

Average rainfall days in January - Morant Bay, Jamaica
  • Average rainfall days in January: 22.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (27.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (20.6 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Morant Bay, Jamaica

Average sea temperature in January - Morant Bay, Jamaica
  • Average sea temperature in January: 27.2°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August and September (29.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (26.8°C).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Morant Bay, Jamaica

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Morant Bay, Jamaica
  • Average daylight in January: 11h and 12min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 11min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 5min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h and 24min

The months with the most sunshine are April and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Morant Bay, Jamaica

Average sunshine days in January - Morant Bay, Jamaica
  • Average sunshine days in January: 5.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (5.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (1.3 days).

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Average UV index in January
Morant Bay, Jamaica

Average UV index in January - Morant Bay, Jamaica
  • Average UV index in January: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).

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Average cloud cover in January
Morant Bay, Jamaica

Average cloud cover in January - Morant Bay, Jamaica
  • Average cloud cover in January: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in January
Morant Bay, Jamaica

Average visibility in January - Morant Bay, Jamaica
  • Average visibility in January: 10km

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

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