January weather forecastSaint-Philippe, Reunion
January
Weather in January
Weather conditions in Saint-Philippe start off humid in January, following the pattern of tropical maritime climate. It boasts an average high temperature of 25.8°C (78.4°F) and a low of 23.3°C (73.9°F). Unlike the drier months to come, heavy rainfall defines this period, accumulating up to 193mm (7.6") across 25.1 days. January, leaning into the new year, experiences a higher likelihood of cloud cover, reaching up to 40%. As January progresses, locals and visitors should prepare for an elevated UV index presenting at 6.Temperature
Saint-Philippe's average high-temperature in January is a still warm 25.8°C (78.4°F), indicating a subtle variation from December. The month of January is marked by an average minimum temperature of 23.3°C (73.9°F), slightly cooler than its daytime counterpart.Humidity
The average relative humidity in January is 82%.Rainfall
January is the month with the most rainfall in Saint-Philippe. Rain falls for 25.1 days and accumulates 193mm (7.6") of precipitation.Sea temperature
In Saint-Philippe, Reunion, the average seawater temperature in January is 27.6°C (81.7°F).Note: Water temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are regarded as highly pleasant, making all water activities enjoyable without any discomfort over long durations.
Daylight
The average length of the day in January is 13h and 16min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:37 and sunset at 19:02. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 19:02 +04.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in January is 9.9h.UV index
January through March, May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The UV index of 6 in January translates into these instructions:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Watch out! Reflections from sand and water can surge UV radiation exposure.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Saint-Philippe, Reunion
- Average high temperature in January: 25.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (25.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (20.7°C).
- Average low temperature in January: 23.3°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are January, February and March (23.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (17.8°C).
Average pressure in January
Saint-Philippe, Reunion
- Average pressure in January: 1011.3mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1021.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1011.1mbar).
Average wind speed in January
Saint-Philippe, Reunion
- Average wind speed in January: 14.8km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (18.2km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are November and December (12.5km/h).
Average humidity in January
Saint-Philippe, Reunion
- Average humidity in January: 82%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (78%).
Average rainfall in January
Saint-Philippe, Reunion
- Average rainfall in January: 193mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (193mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (19mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Saint-Philippe, Reunion
- Average rainfall days in January: 25.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (26.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (15.6 days).
Average sea temperature in January
Saint-Philippe, Reunion
- Average sea temperature in January: 27.6°C
The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are February and March (28.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is September (23.6°C).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Saint-Philippe, Reunion
- Average daylight in January: 13h and 18min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in January: 9h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are May, June and July (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in January
Saint-Philippe, Reunion
- Average sunshine days in January: 1.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (6.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (1.1 days).
Average UV index in January
Saint-Philippe, Reunion
- Average UV index in January: 6
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, May, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, June, July, August and September (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in January
Saint-Philippe, Reunion
- Average cloud cover in January: 40
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 24).
Average visibility in January
Saint-Philippe, Reunion
- Average visibility in January: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (9km).





