January weather forecast
Balata, Saint Lucia

January

Weather in January

January, like December, in Balata, Saint Lucia, is a moderately hot winter month, with an average temperature varying between 27.5°C (81.5°F) and 25.1°C (77.2°F).

Temperature

Balata experiences lowest temperatures, averaging a high-temperature of 27.5°C (81.5°F) during January and February.

Heat index

January's average heat index is appraised at a tropical 30°C (86°F). If exposure and activity persist, fatigue could ensue, possibly leading to heat cramps.
In terms of the heat index, values are set with light wind and shade conditions in mind. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. You should know that direct sun exposure can heighten weather effects, potentially elevating the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are January through March and September, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

Rainfall

In Balata, Saint Lucia, during January, the rain falls for 19.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 26mm (1.02") of precipitation. In Balata, during the entire year, the rain falls for 255.2 days and collects up to 560mm (22.05") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Balata, the average length of the day in January is 11h and 25min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 17:46. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 18:02 AST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Balata is 7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, a daily UV index of 7 turns into the following recommendations:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.

Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Balata?
The months of January and February bring the lowest temperatures, averaging a high of 27.5°C (81.5°F).
What are January temperatures in Balata?
The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Balata during January are 27.5°C (81.5°F) and 25.1°C (77.2°F) respectively. In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 30°C (86°F).
What are the least humid months in Balata?
January through March and September, with an average relative humidity of 73%, are the least humid months in Balata.
What is the average humidity in January in Balata?
In Balata, Saint Lucia, the average relative humidity in January is 73%.
How many days does it rain in January in Balata?
In Balata, Saint Lucia, during January, the rain falls for 19.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 26mm (1.02") of precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Balata have in January?
In Balata, Saint Lucia, the average day length in January is 11h and 25min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Balata?
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 17:46. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 18:02 AST.
How many hours of sunshine does Balata have in January?
In January, the average sunshine duration in Balata, Saint Lucia, is 7h.
When is the highest UV index in Balata?
January through May, July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Balata.
What is the UV index reading in January in Balata?
The average daily maximum UV index in January in Balata is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Balata, Saint Lucia
  • Average high temperature in January: 27.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (30.3°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (27.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 25.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (27.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (25°C).

Average pressure in January
Balata, Saint Lucia
  • Average pressure in January: 1014.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1015mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.4mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Balata, Saint Lucia
  • Average wind speed in January: 24.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (24.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (16.7km/h).

Average humidity in January
Balata, Saint Lucia
  • Average humidity in January: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, July, August and November (75%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, March and September (73%).

Average rainfall in January
Balata, Saint Lucia
  • Average rainfall in January: 26mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (82mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (19mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Balata, Saint Lucia
  • Average rainfall days in January: 19.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (26.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (16.4 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Balata, Saint Lucia
  • Average daylight in January: 11h and 2min

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

  • Average sunshine in January: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Balata, Saint Lucia
  • Average sunshine days in January: 7.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (7.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (0.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Balata, Saint Lucia
  • Average UV index in January: 7

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

Average cloud cover in January
Balata, Saint Lucia
  • Average cloud cover in January: 39

The months with the most cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in January
Balata, Saint Lucia
  • 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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