January weather forecast
Fort-de-France Bay, Martinique

January in Fort-de-France Bay, Martinique can be best described as a mild start to the year. Daylight is relatively short, initiating the gradual lengthening of days, with sunlight hours increasing progressively from this month onward. The weather gently oscillates between a comfortably warm 21.9°C (71.4°F) to a moderate high of 27.5°C (81.5°F). This is accompanied by frequent rainfall, making the city a mixed bag of sunny and wet days. Pleasant sea temperatures further contribute to the balmy atmosphere that prevails during this month.

Temperature

January proves to be the coldest month in Fort-de-France Bay, recording an average maximum temperature of 27.5°C (81.5°F) and a minimum temperature of 21.9°C (71.4°F).

Rainfall

In Fort-de-France Bay, Martinique, during January, the rain falls for 18.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 120mm (4.72") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Fort-de-France Bay, Martinique, there are 198.2 rainfall days, and 2021mm (79.57") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In January, the average sea temperature is 27°C (80.6°F).
Note: Water temperature between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) is perceived as agreeably warm, making all water activities enjoyable without the risk of discomfort over lengthy durations.

Daylight

In Fort-de-France Bay, Martinique, the average length of the day in January is 11h and 23min.
On the first day of January in Fort-de-France Bay, Martinique, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 17:46. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 18:02 AST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 6.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 9. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 9 during January, leads to the following recommendations:
Always take safety measures. The skin and eyes are at risk if left exposed. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Every two hours, apply and reapply an SPF 30+ broad-spectrum sunscreen, especially after swimming or engaging in outdoor activities. Warning! The Sun's UV rays intensify with reflections from sand and water.