January weather forecastOaxaca, Mexico

January

Weather in January

A remarkable trait of January in Oaxaca, Mexico is balmy days with high temperatures averaging 20.7°C (69.3°F). The city experiences relatively cool nights, necessitating warmer clothing for those venturing outdoors after sundown. January is relatively dry, making it an optimal time for outdoor activities. Breezy conditions regularly grace the city, underscoring the cooler aspect of the climate. The beginning of the year characterizes air pressure stability in Oaxaca, contributing to predictable weather patterns.

Temperature

January in Oaxaca denotes a minimal variation in the average high-temperature to a still agreeable 20.7°C (69.3°F) from December's 20.8°C (69.4°F). Significant dips from daytime highs mark the January nights, with a consistent average temperature of 7.8°C (46°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 73%.

Rainfall

In January, in Oaxaca, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout January, 8mm (0.31") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 222.9 rainfall days, and 1066mm (41.97") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Oaxaca is 11h and 15min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:22 pm CST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Oaxaca is 9.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Oaxaca are January, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests this advice:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in January, in Oaxaca, records 20.7°C (69.3°F), while the low-temperature is 7.8°C (46°F).

In Oaxaca, Mexico, the average relative humidity in January is 73%.

In Oaxaca, Mexico, during January, the rain falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 8mm (0.31") of precipitation.

In Oaxaca, Mexico, the average day length in January is 11h and 15min.

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:04 pm. On the last day of the month, in Oaxaca, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:22 pm CST.

In January, the average sunshine duration in Oaxaca, Mexico, is 9.6h.

The months with the lowest UV index in Oaxaca, Mexico, are January, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 4.

In Oaxaca, Mexico, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Oaxaca, Mexico

  • Average high temperature in January: 20.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (26.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is November (20.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 7.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is June (13.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.8°C).

Average pressure in January
Oaxaca, Mexico

  • Average pressure in January: 1017.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1017.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1012.9mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Oaxaca, Mexico

  • Average wind speed in January: 7.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (7.3km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are May and June (5.3km/h).

Average humidity in January
Oaxaca, Mexico

  • Average humidity in January: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (62%).

Average rainfall in January
Oaxaca, Mexico

  • Average rainfall in January: 8mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (203mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (5mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Oaxaca, Mexico

  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (28.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7 days).

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

  • Average daylight in January: 11h and 12min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 9h and 36min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Oaxaca, Mexico

  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (0.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Oaxaca, Mexico

  • Average UV index in January: 4

The months with the highest UV index are February, March, April, May, June, July, August and September (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, October, November and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in January
Oaxaca, Mexico

  • Average cloud cover in January: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in January
Oaxaca, Mexico

  • Average visibility in January: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April and May (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August, September, October and November (7km).