January weather forecastBelen, Uruguay

January

Weather in January

January in Belen, Uruguay, is a hot summer month, with an average temperature varying between 31.9°C (89.4°F) and 20.3°C (68.5°F).

Temperature

January is the warmest month, exhibiting average temperatures of 31.9°C (89.4°F) at the peak and 20.3°C (68.5°F) at the base.

Heat index

January's average heat index is evaluated at a very hot 37°C (98.6°F). More protective measures are required - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Heatstroke may follow lengthy activity.
It is emphasized that the heat index's values are meant for shaded zones with mild winds. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. This effect tends to be personal, with the weather perception differing among individuals due to variations in body mass, height, and exertion. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Children often fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst, being a late symptom of dehydration, underlines the importance of maintaining hydration, especially during ongoing physical activities.
The body's natural response to excessive warmth is perspiration, as it allows for cooling through sweat evaporation. When the air holds a significant amount of moisture, the efficiency of the evaporation process is decreased, preventing the body from cooling down efficiently, leading to the sensation of overheating. When body heat isn't effectively managed, risks of dehydration and overheating amplify.

Humidity

January is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 60%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.4 days and accumulates 109mm (4.29") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through August, October through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 13h and 52min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 19:57. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 19:51 -03.

Sunshine

In Belen, the average sunshine in January is 9.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Belen are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In January, a regular UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Adhere to precautions and respect sun safety doctrines. Avoiding sunburn is vital. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.

Updated: Jun 4, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Belen experiences its highest temperatures in January, with an average peak of 31.9°C (89.4°F) and a low of 20.3°C (68.5°F).

In Belen, 31.9°C (89.4°F) is the average high-temperature and 20.3°C (68.5°F) is the average low-temperature during January. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in January is evaluated at 37°C (98.6°F).

With an average relative humidity of 60%, January is the least humid month.

In Belen, the average relative humidity in January is 60%.

The month with the most rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 10.4 days and typically aggregates up to 109mm (4.29") of precipitation.

In Belen, in January, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 109mm (4.29") of accumulated precipitation.

In Belen, snow does not fall in January through August, October through December.

The average day length in January is 13h and 52min.

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 19:57. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 19:51 -03.

In Belen, the average sunshine duration in January is 9.8h.

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

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

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Year January F M A M J J A S O N D

Dec

January

Feb

Average high temperature

29.9°C

31.9°C

30.9°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

11.9km/h

11.8km/h

11.6km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

18.1

18.8

16.9

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Belen, Uruguay

Average high temperature in January: 31.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (31.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (15.9°C).

Average low temperature in January: 20.3°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January and February (20.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (8.1°C).

Average pressure in January
Belen, Uruguay

Average pressure in January: 1011mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1019.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1010.3mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Belen, Uruguay

Average wind speed in January: 11km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are August and October (12.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (10.3km/h).

Average humidity in January
Belen, Uruguay

Average humidity in January: 60%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (60%).

Average rainfall in January
Belen, Uruguay

Average rainfall in January: 109mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (109mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (42mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Belen, Uruguay

Average rainfall days in January: 10.4 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are October and December (11.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Belen, Uruguay

Average snowfall in January: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is September (1mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January
Belen, Uruguay

Average snowfall days in January: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is September (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Belen, Uruguay

Average daylight in January: 13h and 54min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

Average sunshine in January: 9h and 48min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).