January weather forecast
Gharb, Malta

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Weather in January

Gharb, Malta, slips into the new year with a gentle chill in the air and the skies often graced by frequent showers. The rainfall, peaking at 72mm (2.83"), falls over 12 days, setting the stage for verdant landscapes. This January weather conditions imply it is the wettest month of the year. Compared to December, expect temperatures and rainfall to remain relatively consistent, while a slight increase in daylight and sunshine hours provides respite. Looking forward to February, anticipate a similar pattern, with minor reductions in rainfall and maintained temperatures.

Temperature

January and February mark Gharb's lowest temperatures, averaging a high-temperature of 15°C (59°F).

Rainfall

In January, in Gharb, the rain falls for 12 days. Throughout January, 72mm (2.83") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 77 rainfall days, and 450mm (17.72") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Gharb, the average seawater temperature in January is 16°C (60.8°F).
Note: In water of 16°C (60.8°F), the majority of people do not enjoy swimming. Breathing becomes increasingly hard to manage as the temperature drops from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Gharb is 10h and 2min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:28 pm CET.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Gharb, Malta, are January and December, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Gharb?

The temperature in Gharb hits its lowest levels in January and February, recording an average high-temperature of 15°C (59°F).

What is the usual temperature for Gharb in January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Gharb, is 15°C (59°F), while the average low-temperature is 9°C (48.2°F).

How many days does it rain in January in Gharb?

In Gharb, in January, during 12 rainfall days, 72mm (2.83") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How cold is the water in January in Gharb?

In Gharb, Malta, the average seawater temperature in January is 16°C (60.8°F). For most, swimming in 16°C (60.8°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

What is the average length of the day in January in Gharb?

The average day length in January is 10h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Gharb?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, in Gharb, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:28 pm CET.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Gharb?

The months with the least sunshine in Gharb, Malta, are January and December, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Gharb?

In Gharb, Malta, the average sunshine duration in January is 5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Gharb?

The months with the lowest UV index in Gharb are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Gharb?

In Gharb, Malta, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Gharb, Malta

Average temperature in January - Gharb, Malta
  • Average high temperature in January: 15°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (30°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (15°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (22°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (9°C).

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Average rainfall in January
Gharb, Malta

Average rainfall in January - Gharb, Malta
  • Average rainfall in January: 72mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (86mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Gharb, Malta

Average rainfall days in January - Gharb, Malta
  • Average rainfall days in January: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (13 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Gharb, Malta

Average sea temperature in January - Gharb, Malta
  • Average sea temperature in January: 16°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (26°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (15°C).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Gharb, Malta

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Gharb, Malta
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 11h).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h).

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Average UV index in January
Gharb, Malta

Average UV index in January - Gharb, Malta
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 10).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

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