January weather forecast
Arequipa, Peru

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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

The advent of January presents an average high-temperature of a moderate 15.8°C (60.4°F), maintaining a close correlation with the preceding month. January's average low-temperature reading in Arequipa settles at a fresh 10.5°C (50.9°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 75%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 17.1 days and typically aggregates up to 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, in Arequipa, sunrise is at 05:34 and sunset at 18:24 -05.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 9.3h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index. 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 medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 4 during January leads to these advisories:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Arequipa in January?

January temperatures in Arequipa, Peru, vary between a high-temperature of 15.8°C (60.4°F) and a low-temperature of 10.5°C (50.9°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Arequipa?

In January, the average relative humidity in Arequipa is 75%.

What is the rainiest month in Arequipa?

The month with the most rainfall in Arequipa is January, when the rain falls for 17.1 days and typically aggregates up to 81mm (3.19") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Arequipa in January?

In Arequipa, in January, during 17.1 rainfall days, 81mm (3.19") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

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 Arequipa?

On the first day of January, 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 long on average sun shines in January in Arequipa?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 9.3h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Arequipa?

The months with the highest UV index in Arequipa, Peru, are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 4.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Arequipa?

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index in Arequipa, Peru.

What is the UV index reading in January in Arequipa?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Arequipa, Peru, is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in January
Arequipa, Peru

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).

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Average pressure in January
Arequipa, Peru

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).

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Average wind speed in January
Arequipa, Peru

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).

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Average humidity in January
Arequipa, Peru

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%).

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Average rainfall in January
Arequipa, Peru

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).

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Average rainfall days in January
Arequipa, Peru

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).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Arequipa, Peru

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).

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Average sunshine days in January
Arequipa, Peru

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).

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Average UV index in January
Arequipa, Peru

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).

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Average cloud cover in January
Arequipa, Peru

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).

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Average visibility in January
Arequipa, Peru

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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