January weather forecast
Paracas, Peru

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

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Contents

Weather in January
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Average rainfall in January
Average rainfall days in January
Average sea temperature in January
Average daylight in January
Average sunshine in January
Average UV index in January

Weather in January

January in Paracas demonstrates classic coastal weather conditions. Typically, the sun shines brightly for a total of approximately six hours per day. Despite a slight decline in daylight hours compared to December, it remains a good time for outdoor activities. January is known to bring the highest UV index of the year, standing at a level of 12. The variation in temperature demands appropriate clothing as it can go from 26°C (78.8°F) to 18°C (64.4°F).

Temperature

January brings an average high-temperature of a still warm 26°C (78.8°F) in Paracas, showing a slight difference from December's 25°C (77°F). Throughout January, Paracas encounters an average temperature drop to a refreshing 18°C (64.4°F).

Rainfall

January, March, April, October and December are months without rainfall.

Sea temperature

In January, the average sea temperature is 20.3°C (68.5°F).
Note: The enjoyment of swimming decreases for most when the surface water temperature is 20.3°C (68.5°F). Breathing control becomes increasingly challenging as temperatures descend below 21°C (69.8°F).

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Paracas, Peru, is 12h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:40 and sunset at 18:36. On the last day of January, in Paracas, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 18:39 -05.

Sunshine

In Paracas, the average sunshine in January is 6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Paracas are January through April, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an excessive health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 12 suggests this advice:
Practice all essential precautions. Protection against sun damage is crucial. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.

Frequently asked questions

What are January temperatures in Paracas?

The high-temperature, in January, in Paracas, is 26°C (78.8°F), while the low-temperature averages to 18°C (64.4°F).

What is the driest month in Paracas?

In Paracas, Peru, rain does not fall in January, March, April, October and December.

Does it rain in Paracas in January?

In Paracas, in January, it doesn't rain. In February, it rains.

What is the sea water temperature in January in Paracas?

In January, the average sea temperature in Paracas, Peru, is 20.3°C (68.5°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 20.3°C (68.5°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

What is the average length of the day in January in Paracas?

In January, the average day length in Paracas, Peru, is 12h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Paracas?

On the first day of January in Paracas, Peru, sunrise is at 05:40 and sunset at 18:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 18:39 -05.

How many hours of sunshine does Paracas have in January?

In Paracas, Peru, the average sunshine duration in January is 6h.

When is the highest UV index in Paracas?

The months with the highest UV index are January through April, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12.

What is the UV index reading in January in Paracas?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Paracas, Peru, is 12. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an extreme health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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

Average high temperature

Average low temperature

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average sea temperature

19.4°C 66.9°F

20.3°C 68.5°F

20.7°C 69.3°F

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average UV index

Average temperature in January
Paracas, Peru

Average temperature in January - Paracas, Peru

Average high temperature in January: 26°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are February and March (27°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are July and August (20°C).

Average low temperature in January: 18°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are February and March (19°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are June, July, August and September (13°C).

Average rainfall in January
Paracas, Peru

Average rainfall in January - Paracas, Peru

Average rainfall in January: 0mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February, May, June, July, August, September and November (1mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, March, April, October and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Paracas, Peru

Average rainfall days in January - Paracas, Peru

Average rainfall days in January: 2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is February (3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June and July (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Paracas, Peru

Average sea temperature in January - Paracas, Peru

Average sea temperature in January: 20.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (20.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is September (15.4°C).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Paracas, Peru

Average daylight in January: 12h and 5min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

Average sunshine in January: 6h

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 7h).
The months with the least sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 3h).

Average UV index in January
Paracas, Peru

Average UV index in January - Paracas, Peru

Average UV index in January: 12

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December (UV index 12).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 8).

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