January weather forecast
Sooky Gal, Jamaica

January

Weather in January

January, the same as December, is a moderately hot winter month in Sooky Gal, Jamaica, with temperature in the range of an average low of 20.5°C (68.9°F) and an average high of 28.4°C (83.1°F).

Temperature

January, marked by an average high-temperature of 28.4°C (83.1°F) and a low-temperature of 20.5°C (68.9°F), is the coldest month.

Heat index

January's average heat index is estimated at a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Apply extra caution, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke might occur with long-duration activity.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is a fusion of air temperature and moisture levels to demonstrate the sensation of heat. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.

Humidity

In Sooky Gal, the average relative humidity in January is 80%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 19.4 days and accumulates 26mm (1.02") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 11h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 17:43. On the last day of January, in Sooky Gal, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 18:01 EST.

Sunshine

In Sooky Gal, the average sunshine in January is 6.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. 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. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?
January is the coldest month, exhibiting average temperatures of 28.4°C (83.1°F) at the peak and 20.5°C (68.9°F) at the base.
How hot is January?
The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Sooky Gal during January are 28.4°C (83.1°F) and 20.5°C (68.9°F) respectively. In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 33°C (91.4°F).
What is the average humidity in January?
The average relative humidity in January is 80%.
What is the driest month?
January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 19.4 days and accumulates 26mm (1.02") of precipitation.
How many days does it rain in January?
In Sooky Gal, during January, the rain falls for 19.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 26mm (1.02") of precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in January?
In January, the average day length is 11h and 11min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in January?
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 17:43. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 18:01 EST.
How long on average sun shines in January?
In January, the average sunshine duration is 6.9h.
When is the lowest UV index?
The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
What is the UV index reading in January in Sooky Gal?
The average daily maximum UV index in January is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Sooky Gal, Jamaica
  • Average high temperature in January: 28.4°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (31.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 20.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (23.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°C).

Average pressure in January
Sooky Gal, Jamaica
  • Average pressure in January: 1015.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1015.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1011.5mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Sooky Gal, Jamaica
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (6.6km/h).

Average humidity in January
Sooky Gal, Jamaica
  • Average humidity in January: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are October, November and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, July and August (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Sooky Gal, Jamaica
  • Average rainfall in January: 26mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (123mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (26mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Sooky Gal, Jamaica
  • Average rainfall days in January: 19.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (26.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (19.2 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Sooky Gal, Jamaica
  • Average daylight in January: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Sooky Gal, Jamaica
  • Average sunshine days in January: 6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (1.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Sooky Gal, Jamaica
  • Average UV index in January: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and October (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, September, November and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in January
Sooky Gal, Jamaica
  • Average cloud cover in January: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in January
Sooky Gal, Jamaica
  • Average visibility in January: 9km

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

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