January weather forecast
Caracas, Venezuela

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Panorama of the vast city of Caracas, Venezuela, with a distant scenic view of the mountains
Panorama of the vast city of Caracas, Venezuela, with a distant scenic view of the mountains

Weather in January

Initiating the calendar year, the weather in Caracas, Venezuela brings slightly cooler temperatures than the second month. This period usually favors outdoor activities under an average daylight of 11.6 hours, with sunshine hours peaking at 7.1 hours. Humidity levels remain relatively high, contributing to a noticeable cloud coverage that occasionally gives way to rainfall. These conditions, combined with normal pressures of 1013.2mb, create a calm atmosphere marked by winds blowing at an average speed of 9km/h (5.6mph). Rainfall peaks this month at 61mm (2.4"), occurring typically over 22.3 days.

Temperature

January and December bring Caracas's lowest average temperatures, reaching a high of 25°C (77°F).

Humidity

In Caracas, the average relative humidity in January is 86%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 22.3 days. Throughout January, 61mm (2.4") of precipitation is accumulated. In Caracas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 316.8 days and collects up to 1992mm (78.43") of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Caracas is 11h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 18:16. On the last day of January, in Caracas, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 18:31 -04.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Caracas is 7.1h.

UV index

January, February, June, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Caracas. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Caracas?

January and December, with an average high-temperature of 25°C (77°F), are marked as the coldest months in Caracas.

What is the temperature in January in Caracas?

January temperatures in Caracas, Venezuela, vary between a high-temperature of 25°C (77°F) and a low-temperature of 18.5°C (65.3°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Caracas?

In Caracas, Venezuela, the average relative humidity in January is 86%.

How much does it rain in Caracas in January?

In Caracas, during January, the rain falls for 22.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 61mm (2.4") of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Caracas?

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

What is the average length of the day in January in Caracas?

The average day length in January is 11h and 35min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Caracas?

On the first day of January in Caracas, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 18:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 18:31 -04.

How many hours of sunshine does Caracas have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Caracas, Venezuela, is 7.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Caracas?

January, February, June, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Caracas.

How high is the UV index in January in Caracas?

In Caracas, Venezuela, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
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Average temperature in January
Caracas, Venezuela

Average temperature in January - Caracas, Venezuela
  • Average high temperature in January: 25°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (27.3°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and December (25°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.5°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are May and October (19.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (18.3°C).

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Average pressure in January
Caracas, Venezuela

Average pressure in January - Caracas, Venezuela
  • Average pressure in January: 1013.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.3mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Caracas, Venezuela

Average wind speed in January - Caracas, Venezuela
  • Average wind speed in January: 9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (5.6km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Caracas, Venezuela

Average humidity in January - Caracas, Venezuela
  • Average humidity in January: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is November (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (84%).

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Average rainfall in January
Caracas, Venezuela

Average rainfall in January - Caracas, Venezuela
  • Average rainfall in January: 61mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (344mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (43mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Caracas, Venezuela

Average rainfall days in January - Caracas, Venezuela
  • Average rainfall days in January: 22.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (30 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (18.5 days).

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Average snowfall days in January
Caracas, Venezuela

Average snowfall days in January - Caracas, Venezuela
  • 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).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Caracas, Venezuela

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Caracas, Venezuela
  • Average daylight in January: 11h and 4min

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

  • Average sunshine in January: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 8h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are November and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Caracas, Venezuela

Average sunshine days in January - Caracas, Venezuela
  • Average sunshine days in January: 4.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (4.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (0.2 days).

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Average UV index in January
Caracas, Venezuela

Average UV index in January - Caracas, Venezuela
  • Average UV index in January: 5

The months with the highest UV index are March, April, May, July, August, September and October (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, June, November and December (UV index 5).

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Average cloud cover in January
Caracas, Venezuela

Average cloud cover in January - Caracas, Venezuela
  • Average cloud cover in January: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 45).

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Average visibility in January
Caracas, Venezuela

Average visibility in January - Caracas, Venezuela
  • Average visibility in January: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (7km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (7km).

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