January weather forecast
Arequipa, Peru

January

Weather in January

Taking a look at Arequipa's weather, there is a surge in rainfall in January with 81mm (3.19") distributed over approximately 17 days. Compared to other months, January experiences higher levels of humidity, combined with an average temperature range from 15.8°C (60.4°F) to 10.5°C (50.9°F). This makes January an interesting mix of warm, wet, and humid conditions. Despite these somewhat fluctuating conditions, residents and visitors alike can still enjoy an average of 9.3 hours of sunlight per day. The wind blows at a moderate pace, yielding weighted curtains of clouds that sometimes curtain the otherwise blue skies.

Temperature

Arequipa, Peru, in January witnesses an average high-temperature of a mild 15.8°C (60.4°F), indicating a slight variation from December's 16.8°C (62.2°F). January generally records an average low-temperature of 10.5°C (50.9°F).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.1 days and accumulates 81mm (3.19") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Arequipa, the average length of the day in January is 12h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:16 and sunset at 18:22. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 05:34 and sunset at 18:24 -05.

Sunshine

In Arequipa, the average sunshine in January is 9.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 4. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 4 during January leads to these advisories:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Arequipa in January?
In January, in Arequipa, the average high-temperature is 15.8°C (60.4°F), and the average low-temperature is 10.5°C (50.9°F).
What is the average humidity in January?
In January, the average relative humidity is 75%.
What is the wettest month in Arequipa?
January is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.1 days and accumulates 81mm (3.19") of precipitation.
How much does it rain in January?
In Arequipa, Peru, during January, the rain falls for 17.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 81mm (3.19") of precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in January in Arequipa?
The average day length in January in Arequipa is 12h and 59min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in January?
In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:16 and sunset at 18:22. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:34 and sunset at 18:24 -05.
How many hours of sunshine does Arequipa have in January?
In January, the average sunshine duration is 9.3h.
When is the highest UV index?
January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index.
What are the months with the lowest UV index?
January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index.
What is the UV index intensity in January?
In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average visibility
Average temperature in January
Arequipa, Peru
  • Average high temperature in January: 15.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (17.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (15.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 10.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (10.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (6.7°C).

Average pressure in January
Arequipa, Peru
  • Average pressure in January: 1015.3mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are June and July (1018.2mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and December (1015.1mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Arequipa, Peru
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (6.5km/h).

Average humidity in January
Arequipa, Peru
  • Average humidity in January: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (35%).

Average rainfall in January
Arequipa, Peru
  • Average rainfall in January: 81mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (81mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June and August (1mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Arequipa, Peru
  • Average rainfall days in January: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is February (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.8 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Arequipa, Peru
  • Average daylight in January: 13h and 0min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Arequipa, Peru
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (28.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Arequipa, Peru
  • Average UV index in January: 4

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

Average cloud cover in January
Arequipa, Peru
  • Average cloud cover in January: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 3).

Average visibility in January
Arequipa, Peru
  • Average visibility in January: 9km

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

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