January weather forecastPunchana, Peru

January

Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another warm summer month in Punchana, Peru, with an average temperature varying between 29.8°C (85.6°F) and 22°C (71.6°F).

Temperature

January stands out as Punchana's coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 29.8°C (85.6°F) and a low-temperature of 22°C (71.6°F).

Heat index

In January, the average heat index is calculated to be a very hot 39°C (102.2°F). Ensure extra safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Remember that heat index calculations are made for conditions in the shade with light wind. Heat index values might soar by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with exposure to direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Children usually face more risks than adults as their ability to sweat is less. Additionally, their larger skin surface in relation to their petite bodies and higher heat output due to their activities increases their vulnerability.
The human body keeps its cool primarily through perspiration, as this process enables sweat to evaporate, taking away the excess heat. An elevated level of relative humidity hinders evaporation, leading to decreased heat elimination from the body, inducing a sensation of excess heat. Elevated heat gain compared to the body's release capability poses risks of dehydration and potential overheating.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Punchana, during January, the rain falls for 24.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 158mm (6.22") of precipitation. In Punchana, 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 19min.
On the first day of January in Punchana, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:14 -05.

Sunshine

In Punchana, 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 value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 during January translates into the following directions:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.

Updated: Aug 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

January is the coldest month, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 29.8°C (85.6°F) and an average low of 22°C (71.6°F).

During January, Punchana experiences an average high-temperature of 29.8°C (85.6°F) and a low-temperature of 22°C (71.6°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in January is calculated to be 39°C (102.2°F).

The average relative humidity in January is 88%.

In January, the rain falls for 24.8 days. Throughout January, 158mm (6.22") of precipitation is accumulated.

The average day length in January is 12h and 19min.

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:14 -05.

In January, the average sunshine duration 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.

In Punchana, Peru, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health 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
Punchana, 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
Punchana, 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
Punchana, 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
Punchana, 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
Punchana, 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
Punchana, 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
Punchana, Peru

Average daylight in January: 12h and 18min

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

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
Punchana, 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
Punchana, 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
Punchana, 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
Punchana, 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).