January weather forecastCuraray, Peru

January

Weather in January

January, like December, in Curaray, Peru, is a moderately hot summer month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 22°C (71.6°F) and an average high of 29.8°C (85.6°F).

Temperature

The coldest period tends to be January, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 29.8°C (85.6°F) and a low of 22°C (71.6°F).

Heat index

For January, the heat index is computed to be a sweltering 39°C (102.2°F). Adopt extra preventive measures, the occurrence of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is likely. Heatstroke may follow extended activity.
Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. Under direct sunshine, the heat index values might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is a composite of temperature and humidity figures to convey how warm it feels. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. Do note, being directly under sun rays can amplify the heat you feel, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Children commonly overlook the importance of rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst, being a delayed sign of dehydration, emphasizes the need to keep hydration up, especially during lengthy physical activities.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. Greater relative humidity lessens the rate of evaporation, thus decreasing the body's heat dispersal, which gives rise to a sensation of overheating. The body is at risk of dehydration and related complications when it fails to shed excessive heat.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 88%.

Rainfall

In Curaray, Peru, in January, during 24.8 rainfall days, 158mm (6.22") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Curaray, during the entire year, the rain falls for 293.9 days and collects up to 1530mm (60.24") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 12h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 18:07. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:16 -05.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 6.8h.

UV index

January through July, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in January leads to these guidelines:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.

Updated: Aug 5, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

January, characterized by an average high temperature of 29.8°C (85.6°F) and a low temperature of 22°C (71.6°F), is generally the coldest month.

In January, in Curaray, the average high-temperature is 29.8°C (85.6°F), and the average low-temperature is 22°C (71.6°F). In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 39°C (102.2°F).

In Curaray, the average relative humidity in January is 88%.

In Curaray, in January, during 24.8 rainfall days, 158mm (6.22") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

The average day length in January is 12h and 14min.

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 18:07. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:16 -05.

In Curaray, the average sunshine duration in January is 6.8h.

The months with the lowest UV index are January through July, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year January F M A M J J A S O N D

Dec

January

Feb

Average high temperature

30.1°C

29.8°C

30.1°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

4.2km/h

4km/h

3.9km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

4.1

4.8

3.5

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

64%

66%

Average visibility

6km

Average temperature in January
Curaray, Peru

Average high temperature in January: 29.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (33.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°C).

Average low temperature in January: 22°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (22.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (20.8°C).

Average pressure in January
Curaray, Peru

Average pressure in January: 1010.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1008.8mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Curaray, Peru

Average wind speed in January: 3.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (3.8km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are May and June (3.2km/h).

Average humidity in January
Curaray, Peru

Average humidity in January: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is April (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Curaray, Peru

Average rainfall in January: 158mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (185mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (67mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Curaray, Peru

Average rainfall days in January: 24.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (27.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (20.9 days).

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

Average daylight in January: 12h and 12min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 0min).

Average sunshine in January: 6h and 48min

The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 8h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are April and July (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Curaray, Peru

Average sunshine days in January: 4.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (7.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (3 days).

Average UV index in January
Curaray, Peru

Average UV index in January: 6

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

Average cloud cover in January
Curaray, Peru

Average cloud cover in January: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 43).

Average visibility in January
Curaray, Peru

Average visibility in January: 6km

The months with the highest visibility are August and September (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, November and December (6km).