January weather - Winter 2024 - Nevis, Saint Kitts and Nevis

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

The lovely waterfront of Nevis in Saint Kitts and Nevis, with a distant view of mountains

Weather in January

January in Nevis, Saint Kitts and Nevis presents a distinct shift from the cooler season into a slightly warmer one. Highs reach up to 28°C (82.4°F), a notch above the lows of 22°C (71.6°F). With 79mm (3.11") of rainfall spread across 17 days, it is a markedly wet month. However, the sea temperature stays at a warm 26°C (78.8°F) and the UV index is moderate at 8, suggesting ideal conditions for basking in the sun. The weather transitions into February with a noticeable reduction in rainfall and a steady appreciation in daylight hours.

Temperature

Nevis's coldest season falls during January and February, averaging a high-temperature of 28°C (82.4°F).

Rainfall

In Nevis, in January, it is raining for 17 days, with typically 79mm (3.11") of accumulated precipitation. In Nevis, during the entire year, the rain falls for 199 days and collects up to 1061mm (41.77") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

January through March, with an average sea temperature of 26°C (78.8°F), are months with the coldest seawater.
Note: For any water activity, temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are deemed excellent and extremely satisfying for enduring periods.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 11h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 17:47. On the last day of January, in Nevis, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 18:05 AST.

Sunshine

January through March, May through December, with an average of 8h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 8. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In January, a regular UV index of 8 translates into these guidelines:
Protection should always be a priority. Skin and eyes are vulnerable without it. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Caution! Sand and water surfaces escalate the UV intensity from the Sun.

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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Nevis?

January and February bring Nevis's average lowest temperatures, reaching a high of 28°C (82.4°F).

How hot is it in Nevis in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Nevis, is 28°C (82.4°F), while the low-temperature averages to 22°C (71.6°F).

How much does it rain in Nevis in January?

In Nevis, in January, during 17 rainfall days, 79mm (3.11") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What are the months with the coldest sea water in Nevis?

January through March, with an average sea temperature of 26°C (78.8°F), are months with the coldest seawater.

How warm is the water in January in Nevis?

In Nevis, in January, the average water temperature is 26°C (78.8°F). Water temperature between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) is regarded as very warm and enjoyable by all. With these temperatures, water activities are pleasurable, without feeling uncomfortable for prolonged periods.

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

In January, the average day length in Nevis is 11h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Nevis?

On the first day of January in Nevis, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 17:47. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 18:05 AST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Nevis?

January through March, May through December, with an average of 8h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Nevis, Saint Kitts and Nevis.

How long on average sun shines in January in Nevis?

In Nevis, Saint Kitts and Nevis, the average sunshine duration in January is 8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Nevis?

The months with the lowest UV index in Nevis, Saint Kitts and Nevis, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 8.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Nevis?

In Nevis, Saint Kitts and Nevis, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 8. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Average temperature in January
Nevis, Saint Kitts and Nevis

Average high temperature in January: 28°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are June, July, August, September and October (31°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (28°C).

Average low temperature in January: 22°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are June, July, August, September and October (25°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (22°C).

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Average rainfall in January
Nevis, Saint Kitts and Nevis

Average rainfall in January: 79mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (139mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (36mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Nevis, Saint Kitts and Nevis

Average rainfall days in January: 17 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are October, November and December (20 days).
The months with the least rainy days are March, April and June (13 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Nevis, Saint Kitts and Nevis

Average sea temperature in January: 26°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are September and October (29°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February and March (26°C).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Nevis, Saint Kitts and Nevis

Average daylight in January: 11h and 1min

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 6min).

Average sunshine in January: 8h

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 9h).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (Average sunshine: 8h).

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Average UV index in January
Nevis, Saint Kitts and Nevis

Average UV index in January: 8

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

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January weather forecast
Nevis, Saint Kitts and Nevis

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