January weather forecastMarrakesh, Morocco
January
Weather in January
Typically, in January Marrakesh, Morocco experiences a relatively mild start to the year. Sunshine averages 7.1 hours per day and the UV index stands at 3, indicating a low risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. The January weather features daily high temperatures that are just slightly lower than December, giving way to a moderate overall climate. While rainfall is not unusually high this month, it is nevertheless significantly more than in the upcoming summer months. Remarkably, Marrakesh registers a low temperature of 5.9°C (42.6°F) in January, demanding warm clothing especially in the evenings and early mornings.Temperature
In Marrakesh, the month of January is known for its lowest average temperatures, reaching a high of 18.4°C (65.1°F) and a low of 5.9°C (42.6°F).Humidity
In January, the average relative humidity in Marrakesh is 65%.Rainfall
In Marrakesh, in January, during 7.6 rainfall days, 32mm (1.26") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Marrakesh, there are 58.8 rainfall days, and 281mm (11.06") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in January is 10h and 22min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:31 and sunset at 18:39. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 08:25 and sunset at 19:04 +01.
Sunshine
January, November and December, with an average of 7.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.UV index
January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Marrakesh, Morocco. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in January translates into the following instructions:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Marrakesh, Morocco
- Average high temperature in January: 18.4°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (36.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.4°C).
- Average low temperature in January: 5.9°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (20.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.9°C).
Average humidity in January
Marrakesh, Morocco
- Average humidity in January: 65%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (66%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (47%).
Average rainfall in January
Marrakesh, Morocco
- Average rainfall in January: 32.2mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (40.6mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.2mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Marrakesh, Morocco
- Average rainfall days in January: 7.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (7.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (0.6 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Marrakesh, Morocco
- Average daylight in January: 10h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in January: 7h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, November and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).
Average UV index in January
Marrakesh, Morocco
- Average UV index in January: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 11).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).
