January weather forecast
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Weather in January

The new year brings the warmth of summer weather to Georgetown, Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha. In January, the climate tends to be humid, with reasonably high rainfall, interspersed with periods of sunlight. Some of the hallmarks are the warm days and cooler nights. The strong wind gusts, reaching up to 30.6km/h (19mph), distinguish January as the windiest of the year. This consistent breeze carries the balmy air throughout the region, making January a great time for sailing activities.

Temperature

The initiation of January in Georgetown records an average high-temperature of a still warm 25.5°C (77.9°F), displaying a near consistency with the previous month. Georgetown observes an average low-temperature of 24.4°C (75.9°F) during the slightly cooler nights of January.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Georgetown, Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha, is 80%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall in Georgetown are January and February Rain falls for 9.1 days and accumulates 8mm (0.31") of rain.

Daylight

In Georgetown, the average length of the day in January is 12h and 31min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 19:18. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:57 and sunset at 19:24 GMT.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 7.4h.

UV index

January through May, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Georgetown in January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 25.5°C (77.9°F) and 24.4°C (75.9°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Georgetown?

The average relative humidity in January is 80%.

What is the driest month in Georgetown?

January and February are months with the least rain in Georgetown, Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha, when the rain falls for 9.1 days and typically aggregates up to 8mm (0.31") of rain.

How much does it rain in Georgetown in January?

In Georgetown, Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha, in January, it is raining for 9.1 days, with typically 8mm (0.31") of accumulated precipitation.

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

In Georgetown, the average day length in January is 12h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Georgetown?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 19:18. On the last day of the month, in Georgetown, sunrise is at 06:57 and sunset at 19:24 GMT.

How many hours of sunshine does Georgetown have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Georgetown is 7.4h.

When is the highest UV index in Georgetown?

January through May, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Georgetown, Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha.

What is the UV index reading in January in Georgetown?

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

Average temperature in January
Georgetown, Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha

Average temperature in January - Georgetown, Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
  • Average high temperature in January: 25.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (27.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is September (23.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 24.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (26.2°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are September and November (23°C).

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Average pressure in January
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Average pressure in January - Georgetown, Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
  • Average pressure in January: 1012.7mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are July and August (1016.1mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1011.8mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
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Average wind speed in January - Georgetown, Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
  • Average wind speed in January: 21.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (28.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (21.7km/h).

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Average humidity in January
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Average humidity in January - Georgetown, Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
  • Average humidity in January: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are October and November (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (75%).

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Average rainfall in January
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Average rainfall in January - Georgetown, Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
  • Average rainfall in January: 8mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (20mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (8mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
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Average rainfall days in January - Georgetown, Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.4 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Georgetown, Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Georgetown, Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
  • Average daylight in January: 12h and 3min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is March (Average sunshine: 8h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in January
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Average sunshine days in January - Georgetown, Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
  • Average sunshine days in January: 9.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (11.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (1.8 days).

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Average UV index in January
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Average UV index in January - Georgetown, Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
  • Average UV index in January: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April and May (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are September, October and November (UV index 5).

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Average cloud cover in January
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Average cloud cover in January - Georgetown, Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
  • Average cloud cover in January: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 40).

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Average visibility in January
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Average visibility in January - Georgetown, Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
  • Average visibility in January: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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