January weather forecast
Mecca, Saudi Arabia

January in Mecca, Saudi Arabia typifies a desert winter. It is cooler compared to other months with a high temperature reaching up to 30.5°C (86.9°F) and a low settling at 18.8°C (65.8°F). This month might just be the best time to visit Mecca if one is used to more temperate climates. The drop in temperature is felt more acutely due to the stark contrast compared to the usual harsh weather of the city. The reduced daylight hours and the lower UV Index are also indicative of a more mild weather condition compared to the rest of the year.

Temperature

The month of January sees the lowest average temperatures in Mecca, reaching 30.5°C (86.9°F) at the peak and 18.8°C (65.8°F) at the low.

Heat index

For January, the heat index is estimated at a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Additional precautions are required to avert heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity may culminate in heatstroke.
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 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Mecca is 58%.

Rainfall

In Mecca, Saudi Arabia, in January, during 4 rainfall days, 21mm (0.83") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Mecca, Saudi Arabia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 22.4 days and collects up to 112mm (4.41") of precipitation.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 11h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:58 and sunset at 17:49. On the last day of January, in Mecca, sunrise is at 06:58 and sunset at 18:09 +03.

Sunshine

In Mecca, the average sunshine in January is 8.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 7 in January leads to these guidelines:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.