January weather forecast
Port Vila, Vanuatu

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Beautiful vacation cottages and trees along the shallow clear waters of Port Vila, in Vanuatu
Beautiful vacation cottages and trees along the shallow clear waters of Port Vila, in Vanuatu

Weather in January

Basking in the first month of the year, Port Vila, Vanuatu witnesses a tropical, humid weather. Typical characteristics include sunny mornings, making it a haven for beach-side activities. However, expect sudden afternoon showers. On average, the city experiences 257mm of rainfall across 12 days in January. Prospective visitors are advised to monitor weather updates and pack accordingly.

Temperature

With the arrival of January, an average high temperature of a still warm 28°C is noted, consistent with that of December. Throughout January, Port Vila observes a steady low-temperature average of 23°C, reflecting a minor dip from daytime highs.

Heat index

For January, the heat index is calculated to be a tropical 33°C. Incorporate additional safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Long-term activity may induce heatstroke.
In terms of the heat index, values are set with light wind and shade conditions in mind. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.

Humidity

In Port Vila, the average relative humidity in January is 87%.

Rainfall

In Port Vila, during January, the rain falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 257mm of precipitation. In Port Vila, Vanuatu, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112 days and collects up to 2405mm of precipitation.

Daylight

In Port Vila, the average length of the day in January is 13h and 4min.
On the first day of January in Port Vila, sunrise is at 05:14 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 18:26 +11.
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FAQ

How hot is January in Port Vila?

January temperatures in Port Vila vary between a high-temperature of 28°C and a low-temperature of 23°C. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in January is calculated to be 33°C.

What is the average humidity in January in Port Vila?

In Port Vila, the average relative humidity in January is 87%.

How many days does it rain in January in Port Vila?

In Port Vila, Vanuatu, in January, it is raining for 12 days, with typically 257mm of accumulated precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Port Vila have in January?

In January, the average day length in Port Vila is 13h and 4min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Port Vila?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:14 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of the month, in Port Vila, Vanuatu, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 18:26 +11.
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Average temperature in January
Port Vila, Vanuatu

Average temperature in January - Port Vila, Vanuatu
  • Average high temperature in January: 28°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are February and March (29°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are July, August and September (24°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 23°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January, February and March (23°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (18°C).

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Average humidity in January
Port Vila, Vanuatu

Average humidity in January - Port Vila, Vanuatu
  • Average humidity in January: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (80%).

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Average rainfall in January
Port Vila, Vanuatu

Average rainfall in January - Port Vila, Vanuatu
  • Average rainfall in January: 257mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (338mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (99mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Port Vila, Vanuatu

Average rainfall days in January - Port Vila, Vanuatu
  • Average rainfall days in January: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (13 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (5 days).

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Average daylight in January
Port Vila, Vanuatu

Average daylight in January - Port Vila, Vanuatu
  • Average daylight in January: 13h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 6min).

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