January weather forecast
Chiriqui, Panama

January

Weather in January

January, the same as December, is a moderately hot winter month in Chiriqui, Panama, with an average temperature ranging between min 22°C (71.6°F) and max 29.7°C (85.5°F).

Temperature

At the start of January, Chiriqui's average high-temperature reaches a still warm 29.7°C (85.5°F), subtly different from the preceding month. During the nights in January, Chiriqui observes an average low-temperature of 22°C (71.6°F).

Heat index

January's average heat index is evaluated at a hot 34°C (93.2°F). Implement additional preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Heatstroke could follow prolonged activity.
Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. Exposure to unobstructed sunshine could lead to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 69%.

Rainfall

In Chiriqui, in January, during 7.8 rainfall days, 16mm (0.63") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 265.2 rainfall days, and 1776mm (69.92") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Chiriqui, the average length of the day in January is 11h and 42min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 18:21. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:49 and sunset at 18:35 EST.

Sunshine

In Chiriqui, the average sunshine in January is 9.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through April, June, July and September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during January translates into these guidelines:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is January in Chiriqui?
The high-temperature, in January, in Chiriqui, is 29.7°C (85.5°F), while the low-temperature averages to 22°C (71.6°F). In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 34°C (93.2°F).
What is the average humidity in January in Chiriqui?
In January, the average relative humidity in Chiriqui, Panama, is 69%.
How much does it rain in Chiriqui in January?
In Chiriqui, in January, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 16mm (0.63") of accumulated precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Chiriqui have in January?
In Chiriqui, the average day length in January is 11h and 42min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Chiriqui?
On the first day of January in Chiriqui, Panama, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 18:21. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:49 and sunset at 18:35 EST.
How many hours of sunshine does Chiriqui have in January?
In Chiriqui, the average sunshine duration in January is 9.7h.
When is the highest UV index in Chiriqui?
January through April, June, July and September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Chiriqui.
What is the UV index intensity in January in Chiriqui?
In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January - Chiriqui, Panama
Average temperature in January
Chiriqui, Panama
  • Average high temperature in January: 29.7°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are March and April (31.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is October (27.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 22°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (23.7°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (22°C).

Average pressure in January - Chiriqui, Panama
Average pressure in January
Chiriqui, Panama
  • Average pressure in January: 1011.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.5mbar).

Average wind speed in January - Chiriqui, Panama
Average wind speed in January
Chiriqui, Panama
  • Average wind speed in January: 10km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (11.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.3km/h).

Average humidity in January - Chiriqui, Panama
Average humidity in January
Chiriqui, Panama
  • Average humidity in January: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (63%).

Average rainfall in January - Chiriqui, Panama
Average rainfall in January
Chiriqui, Panama
  • Average rainfall in January: 16mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (303mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (12mm).

Average rainfall days in January - Chiriqui, Panama
Average rainfall days in January
Chiriqui, Panama
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (30.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.1 days).

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Chiriqui, Panama
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Chiriqui, Panama
  • Average daylight in January: 11h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January - Chiriqui, Panama
Average sunshine days in January
Chiriqui, Panama
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (0.2 days).

Average UV index in January - Chiriqui, Panama
Average UV index in January
Chiriqui, Panama
  • Average UV index in January: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, June, July and September (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, August, October, November and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in January - Chiriqui, Panama
Average cloud cover in January
Chiriqui, Panama
  • Average cloud cover in January: 14

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in January - Chiriqui, Panama
Average visibility in January
Chiriqui, Panama
  • Average visibility in January: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (9km).

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