January weather forecastBaguio, Philippines

January

Weather in January

In the rolling hills of Baguio City, January brings an increase in humidity levels as compared to the drier December. Baguio City, often seen as the summer capital due to its cool weather, leans towards cooler temperatures in January, balanced out by the increase in humidity. With its average wind speed of 5.3km/h (3.3mph), January sees calmer wind conditions in comparison to the subsequent February. There is a noted drop in the number of daylight hours. January sees an array of 11.3 daylight hours, lessened relative to what is in view beginning from February.

Temperature

January, noted for its average high-temperature of 27.5°C (81.5°F) and an average low-temperature of 18.2°C (64.8°F), is considered the coldest month.

Heat index

The heat index for January is appraised at a hot 30°C (86°F). If one sustains activity during exposure, it could lead to a sense of fatigue, with a chance of heat cramps.
In reference to the heat index, it's for places in shade and with a slight wind. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. The individual's impression of temperature can be shaped by additional aspects such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Children frequently do not comprehend the need for rest and hydration. Thirst is an advanced stage of dehydration - staying hydrated, especially during extended physical exercises, is essential.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Baguio is 76%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Baguio is January, when the rain falls for 12.1 days and typically collects 23mm (0.91") of precipitation.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Baguio is 11h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:35 pm. On the last day of January, in Baguio, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:53 pm PST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 7h of sunshine.

UV index

January through April, June through 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 health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during January translates into the following recommendations:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.

Updated: Feb 7, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Baguio's coldest weather arrives in January, when temperatures average a high of 27.5°C (81.5°F) and a low of 18.2°C (64.8°F).

In Baguio, in January, the average high-temperature is 27.5°C (81.5°F), and the average low-temperature is 18.2°C (64.8°F). In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 30°C (86°F).

The average relative humidity in January in Baguio is 76%.

January is the month with the least rainfall in Baguio, Philippines. Rain falls for 12.1 days and accumulates 23mm (0.91") of precipitation.

In Baguio, Philippines, in January, it is raining for 12.1 days, with typically 23mm (0.91") of accumulated precipitation.

The average day length in January in Baguio, Philippines, is 11h and 17min.

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:35 pm. On the last day of the month, in Baguio, Philippines, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:53 pm PST.

January and December, with an average of 7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Baguio.

The average sunshine duration in January is 7h.

The months with the lowest UV index in Baguio, Philippines, are January through April, June through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

In Baguio, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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

Dec

January

Feb

Average high temperature

28.3°C

27.5°C

28.2°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

5.4km/h

5.8km/h

5.3km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

10.8

9.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Baguio, Philippines

Average high temperature in January: 27.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (30.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.5°C).

Average low temperature in January: 18.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (21.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.2°C).

Average pressure in January
Baguio, Philippines

Average pressure in January: 1014mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (1014.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (1007.5mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Baguio, Philippines

Average wind speed in January: 5.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (5.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (4.7km/h).

Average humidity in January
Baguio, Philippines

Average humidity in January: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are February and March (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Baguio, Philippines

Average rainfall in January: 23mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (418mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (23mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Baguio, Philippines

Average rainfall days in January: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (30.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (12.1 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Baguio, Philippines

Average daylight in January: 11h and 18min

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

Average sunshine in January: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Baguio, Philippines

Average sunshine days in January: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (14 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (0.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Baguio, Philippines

Average UV index in January: 6

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

Average cloud cover in January
Baguio, Philippines

Average cloud cover in January: 26

The months with the most cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 26).