January weather forecast
Barquisimeto, Venezuela

Barquisimeto begins the year on a warm note, with the sun gracing the city with its presence for considerable hours. A typical day in January features a transition from daytime high temperatures to cooler evenings, providing a comfortable ambience. The annual rainfall pattern commences with moderate precipitation. The key meteorological feature for January is the significant pressure measurements, with the atmospheric pressure hovering around 1012.6mb. Sightseeing under relatively clear skies with an average cloud cover of 36% offers the chance to immerse oneself in the city's architectural gems.

Temperature

Barquisimeto indicates an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.3°C (84.7°F) in January, showing minor variation from December's 28.4°C (83.1°F). Barquisimeto experiences an average low-temperature of 17.8°C (64°F) in month of January.

Heat index

The heat index value during January is estimated at a hot 34°C (93.2°F). Adopt additional preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential outcomes. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
The heat index's values are generally associated with conditions in shade and light breezes. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. An individual's temperature experience can be influenced by extra factors, including metabolic differences, activity levels, and clothing. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Barquisimeto, in January, during 8.5 rainfall days, 12mm (0.47") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Barquisimeto, during the entire year, the rain falls for 194.5 days and collects up to 573mm (22.56") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Barquisimeto is 11h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:54 and sunset at 18:27. On the last day of January, in Barquisimeto, sunrise is at 06:59 and sunset at 18:41 -04.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 9.4h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Barquisimeto. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Barquisimeto. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In January, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.