January weather forecast
Poroporo, Solomon Islands

January

Weather in January

Poroporo greets the New Year with a relatively steady weather. The daily high averages peg at 30°C (86°F), indicating clear warmth and not much variation from December’s temperatures. A significant amount of rainfall, 323mm (12.72") to be precise, is expected during the month earmarking it as the wettest period of the year. Locals and tourists alike should expect rain on most days of the month, thus planning outdoor activities accordingly. The weather during the day graces with adequate sunshine, albeit clouds may roll in quickly due to high rainfall.

Temperature

In Poroporo, the months of January through April, September through December are known for the peak temperatures, reaching an average high of 30°C (86°F).

Rainfall

In Poroporo, during January, the rain falls for 22 days and regularly aggregates up to 323mm (12.72") of precipitation. In Poroporo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 249 days and collects up to 3578mm (140.87") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

January through April, November and December, with an average sea temperature of 30°C (86°F), are months with the warmest seawater.
Note: Partaking in water activities can feel less exhilarating when temperatures climb over 30°C (86°F).

Daylight

In Poroporo, Solomon Islands, the average length of the day in January is 12h and 28min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:52. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 18:59 +11.

Sunshine

January, March, May, June, August through November, with an average of 6h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through April, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index of 11, and more, symbolizes an ultimate health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 12 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Enforce all necessary precautions, unprotected skin might burn swiftly. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Following every swim or outdoor workout, a sunscreen with an SPF of not less than 30 should be liberally applied and re-applied frequently, even on overcast days. Warning! Reflective surfaces like sand and water amplify the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the hottest?
Peak temperatures are observed in January through April, September through December, averaging a high-temperature of 30°C (86°F).
How hot is January?
The high-temperature, in January, in Poroporo, records 30°C (86°F), while the low-temperature is 23°C (73.4°F).
How much does it rain in January?
In January, the rain falls for 22 days. Throughout January, 323mm (12.72") of precipitation is accumulated.
When is the sea warmest?
January through April, November and December, with an average sea temperature of 30°C (86°F), are months with the warmest seawater.
What is the sea temperature in January?
In Poroporo, the average seawater temperature in January is 30°C (86°F). For swimming, other intense water activities, temperature above 30°C (86°F) is arguably unpleasant, as the water cooling effect is missing.
How many hours of daylight does Poroporo have in January?
In January, the average day length in Poroporo, Solomon Islands, is 12h and 28min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in January?
In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:52. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 18:59 +11.
What is the month with the most sunshine?
January, March, May, June, August through November, with an average of 6h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.
How many hours of sunshine does Poroporo have in January?
The average sunshine duration in January is 6h.
When is the highest UV index?
January through April, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index.
What is the UV index intensity in January in Poroporo?
In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 12. A UV Index value of 11, and more, symbolizes an extreme health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average sea temperature
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average UV index
Average temperature in January
Poroporo, Solomon Islands
  • Average high temperature in January: 30°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December (30°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are May, June, July and August (29°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 23°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (24°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are July, August and September (22°C).

Average rainfall in January
Poroporo, Solomon Islands
  • Average rainfall in January: 323mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (359mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (238mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Poroporo, Solomon Islands
  • Average rainfall days in January: 22 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (23 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June, September and November (19 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Poroporo, Solomon Islands
  • Average sea temperature in January: 30°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are January, February, March, April, November and December (30°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are May, June, July, August, September and October (29°C).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Poroporo, Solomon Islands
  • Average daylight in January: 12h and 3min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h

The months with the most sunshine are January, March, May, June, August, September, October and November (Average sunshine: 6h).
The months with the least sunshine are February, April, July and December (Average sunshine: 5h).

Average UV index in January
Poroporo, Solomon Islands
  • Average UV index in January: 12

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 12).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 10).

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