January weather forecastCompostela, Mexico

January

Weather in January

January, like December, in Compostela, Mexico, is a moderately hot winter month, with an average temperature ranging between min 13.4°C (56.1°F) and max 27.5°C (81.5°F).

Temperature

With the onset of January, the average high-temperature stands at a still moderately hot 27.5°C (81.5°F), closely aligned with December's 27.1°C (80.8°F). Contrary to the day's heat, an average low-temperature of 13.4°C (56.1°F) is recorded during the nights in January.

Heat index

The heat index for January is appraised at 29°C (84.2°F). If one sustains activity during exposure, it could lead to a sense of fatigue, with a chance of heat cramps.
Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. The impact of temperature is individual, as people's perception of weather may change based on their body mass, height, and physical activity. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Children usually face more risks than adults as their ability to sweat is less. Additionally, their larger skin surface in relation to their petite bodies and higher heat output due to their activities increases their vulnerability.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 62%.

Rainfall

In Compostela, in January, it is raining for 5.4 days, with typically 25mm (0.98") of accumulated precipitation. In Compostela, Mexico, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.8 days and collects up to 1589mm (62.56") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 11h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:29 pm. On the last day of January, in Compostela, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:48 pm MST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Compostela are January, November and December, with an average of 7.3h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Compostela, Mexico, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 5 in January interprets into the following advice:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 27.5°C (81.5°F) and 13.4°C (56.1°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in January is appraised at 29°C (84.2°F).

The average relative humidity in January is 62%.

In Compostela, Mexico, during January, the rain falls for 5.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 25mm (0.98") of precipitation.

The average day length in January is 11h and 1min.

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:29 pm. On the last day of the month, in Compostela, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:48 pm MST.

January, November and December, with an average of 7.3h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Compostela.

The average sunshine duration in January in Compostela, Mexico, is 7.3h.

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index.

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Compostela, Mexico, is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Compostela, Mexico

  • Average high temperature in January: 27.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (33.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (27.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 13.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (20.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (13.3°C).

Average pressure in January
Compostela, Mexico

  • 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 June (1011.7mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Compostela, Mexico

  • Average wind speed in January: 5.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.8km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (4.6km/h).

Average humidity in January
Compostela, Mexico

  • Average humidity in January: 62%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (55%).

Average rainfall in January
Compostela, Mexico

  • Average rainfall in January: 25mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (415mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (1mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Compostela, Mexico

  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (30.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (1 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Compostela, Mexico

  • Average daylight in January: 11h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 7h and 18min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, November and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Compostela, Mexico

  • Average sunshine days in January: 24.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (29.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (0.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Compostela, Mexico

  • Average UV index in January: 5

The months with the highest UV index are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in January
Compostela, Mexico

  • Average cloud cover in January: 18

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in January
Compostela, Mexico

  • Average visibility in January: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are August and September (6km).