January weather forecast
Durango, Mexico

Dominating the Durango weather in January is the dry season, a period characterized by little rain, clear skies and vibrant sunshine. With 10.9 hours of daylight, most parts of the city bask in the warmth of the sun for up to 6.9 hours daily. There is a considerable difference in temperature between day and night, with lows plunging down to 1.3°C (34.3°F). The chill persists until dawn, and layers are quite necessary to adjust to the temperature variation. The UV index stands at 6, suggesting that one should apply sun protection when outdoors.

Temperature

January and December are characterised by lowest temperatures, with an average high of 20.5°C (68.9°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 64%.

Rainfall

In January, in Durango, the rain falls for 1.5 days. Throughout January, 11mm (0.43") of precipitation is accumulated. In Durango, during the entire year, the rain falls for 58.9 days and collects up to 529mm (20.83") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 10h and 51min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 6:22 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 6:43 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Durango, the average sunshine in January is 6.9h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.