January weather forecastEspiritu Santo, Vanuatu

Weather in January

January, being a part of Espiritu Santo's rainy season, boasts a rich supply of rainfall. In comparison to the previous month, the weather conditions remain fairly stable. The weather can be described as both hot and wet, providing the region with a lush and thriving environment. As the month progresses, expect a slight decrease in daylight hours from 12.9 hours to 12.6 hours. The highest temperature encountered is around 30°C (86°F), contrasted by a robust rainfall figure of 334mm (13.15"), indicating heavy showers balanced with abundant warm sunshine.

Temperature

In Espiritu Santo, the months of January through March are known for the peak temperatures, reaching an average high of 30°C (86°F).

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 19 days. Throughout January, 334mm (13.15") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 206 rainfall days, and 2888mm (113.7") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

January through April, with an average sea temperature of 29°C (84.2°F), are months with the warmest seawater in Espiritu Santo.
Note: In water temperatures ranging between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F), activities such as swimming and diving become highly pleasurable for long durations.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Espiritu Santo is 12h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:24 and sunset at 18:26. On the last day of January, in Espiritu Santo, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 18:29 +11.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are January, April, August through December, with an average of 7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an extreme threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 12 during January, leads to the following recommendations:
Enforce all necessary safety measures, unprotected skin may suffer burns swiftly. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Apply and frequently reapply a broad-spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen after every two hours, or immediately after a swim or outdoor exercise. Be on guard! The reflective nature of sand and water boosts UV exposure.