January weather forecastVeracruz, Mexico

Intricate stoneworks of the iconic Pyramid Of The Niches located in the Tajin region of Veracruz, MexicoIntricate stoneworks of the iconic Pyramid Of The Niches located in the Tajin region of Veracruz, Mexico

January

Weather in January

The year begins with January bringing moderately warm weather to Veracruz, Mexico. This month records the lowest sea temperature of the year at 23.3°C (73.9°F), a point to consider for those planning to indulge in water activities. The city is often adorned with a semi-cloudy sky, and the pleasant breeze of the month gradually paves the way for the warmer months ahead. Rainfall is encountered on fewer days in January than in most other months. The wind speed remains moderate throughout the month making it an ideal time for outdoor activities.

Temperature

Veracruz, Mexico, notes the coldest temperatures in January, with a high average of 23.8°C (74.8°F) and a low of 19.3°C (66.7°F).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Veracruz, in January, it is raining for 9.5 days, with typically 25mm (0.98") of accumulated precipitation. In Veracruz, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.3 days and collects up to 755mm (29.72") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In January, the average sea temperature in Veracruz is 23.3°C (73.9°F).
Note: Consideration of an individual's cold resistance, combined with conditions like sunshine, wind, and temperature, suggests that swimming in 23.3°C (73.9°F) water can be delightful. (Olympic swimming is usually in 25°C (77°F) to 28°C (82.4°F) water.)

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 11h and 8min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 5:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:16 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Veracruz, Mexico, the average sunshine in January is 7.4h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 5, January is the month with the lowest UV index in Veracruz. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 5 transforms into these recommendations:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Caution! Sand and water reflections can notably increase the UV radiation intensity.

Frequently asked questions

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 23.8°C (74.8°F) and a low of 19.3°C (66.7°F), January stands out as the coldest month.

The high-temperature, in January, in Veracruz, records 23.8°C (74.8°F), while the low-temperature is 19.3°C (66.7°F).

In Veracruz, the average relative humidity in January is 78%.

In Veracruz, in January, during 9.5 rainfall days, 25mm (0.98") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Veracruz, the average seawater temperature in January is 23.3°C (73.9°F). For individuals prone to feeling cold, swimming in 23°C (73.4°F) is still regarded as intolerable. A wetsuit is not a necessity, but sunshine, wind, and air temperature are essential factors for relishing swimming at 23.3°C (73.9°F).

The average day length in January in Veracruz, Mexico, is 11h and 8min.

On the first day of January in Veracruz, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 5:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:16 pm CST.

In Veracruz, Mexico, the average sunshine duration in January is 7.4h.

January is the month with the lowest UV index in Veracruz, Mexico, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

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

  • Average high temperature in January: 23.8°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are May and June (30.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 19.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is June (25.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.3°C).

Average pressure in January
Veracruz, Mexico

  • Average pressure in January: 1018.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1018.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1012.3mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Veracruz, Mexico

  • Average wind speed in January: 16.1km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and November (16.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.2km/h).

Average humidity in January
Veracruz, Mexico

  • Average humidity in January: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Veracruz, Mexico

  • Average rainfall in January: 25mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (167mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (8mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Veracruz, Mexico

  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (23.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (5 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Veracruz, Mexico

  • Average sea temperature in January: 23.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (29.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (23°C).

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

  • Average daylight in January: 11h and 6min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 7h and 24min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Veracruz, Mexico

  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (24.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (5.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Veracruz, Mexico

  • Average UV index in January: 5

The months with the highest UV index are March, April, May, June, July, August and September (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in January
Veracruz, Mexico

  • Average cloud cover in January: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in January
Veracruz, Mexico

  • Average visibility in January: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).