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

Durango's coldest period falls in January and December, when the average high-temperatures ascend to 20.5°C (68.9°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Durango is 64%.

Rainfall

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

Daylight

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

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Durango 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 threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.