January weather forecast
Dam, Bhutan

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Weather in January

The chilly winter season in Dam, Bhutan advaces into January, with temperatures frequently falling to a vacant reading on the thermometer. It is a time when residents brace for possible snowfall, particularly considering the frequent occurrence of snow-laden days in the history of this month. Winds rarely cross the 8.2 KPH mark, rendering travel conditions relatively manageable. With 87mm (3.43") of snow expected over about seven days, travellers are advised to prepare for this winter phenomena. The climb towards the latter end of the month gives a slight hint at an incoming switch in season.

Temperature

January proves to be the coldest month in Dam, Bhutan, recording an average maximum temperature of 5.8°C (42.4°F) and a minimum temperature of -2.6°C (27.3°F).

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 57%, are the least humid months in Dam.

Rainfall

In Dam, in January, it is raining for 4.2 days, with typically 11mm (0.43") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Dam, there are 186.7 rainfall days, and 863mm (33.98") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Dam are January through May, November and December. In Dam, in January, snow falls for 6.6 days, with typically accumulated 87mm (3.43") of snow. Throughout the year, in Dam, there are 33.8 snowfall days, and 431mm (16.97") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Dam is 10h and 39min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 17:18. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 17:41 +06.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Dam are January, February and November, with an average of 7.4h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Dam. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in January transforms into the following instructions:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Dam?

January is the coldest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 5.8°C (42.4°F) and as low as -2.6°C (27.3°F).

Is January cold in Dam?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 5.8°C (42.4°F) and a low-temperature of -2.6°C (27.3°F).

What is the least humid month in Dam?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 57%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in January in Dam?

In Dam, Bhutan, the average relative humidity in January is 57%.

How many days does it rain in January in Dam?

In January, in Dam, Bhutan, the rain falls for 4.2 days. Throughout January, 11mm (0.43") of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Dam in January?

In Dam, during January, snow falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 87mm (3.43") of snow.

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

The average day length in January in Dam is 10h and 39min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Dam?

On the first day of January in Dam, Bhutan, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 17:18. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 17:41 +06.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Dam?

January, February and November, with an average of 7.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Dam.

How long on average sun shines in January in Dam?

The average sunshine duration in January in Dam, Bhutan, is 7.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Dam?

The months with the lowest UV index in Dam are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in January in Dam?

In Dam, Bhutan, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Dam, Bhutan

Average temperature in January - Dam, Bhutan
  • Average high temperature in January: 5.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (17.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -2.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (11.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-2.6°C).

Average pressure in January
Dam, Bhutan

Average pressure in January - Dam, Bhutan
  • Average pressure in January: 1016.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1016.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1006.8mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Dam, Bhutan

Average wind speed in January - Dam, Bhutan
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (6.4km/h).

Average humidity in January
Dam, Bhutan

Average humidity in January - Dam, Bhutan
  • Average humidity in January: 57%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (57%).

Average rainfall in January
Dam, Bhutan

Average rainfall in January - Dam, Bhutan
  • Average rainfall in January: 11mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (196mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (7mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Dam, Bhutan

Average rainfall days in January - Dam, Bhutan
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (27.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Dam, Bhutan

Average snowfall in January - Dam, Bhutan
  • Average snowfall in January: 87mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (146mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January
Dam, Bhutan

Average snowfall days in January - Dam, Bhutan
  • Average snowfall days in January: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (8.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Dam, Bhutan

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Dam, Bhutan
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and November (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Dam, Bhutan

Average sunshine days in January - Dam, Bhutan
  • Average sunshine days in January: 22.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (2.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Dam, Bhutan

Average UV index in January - Dam, Bhutan
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Dam, Bhutan

Average cloud cover in January - Dam, Bhutan
  • Average cloud cover in January: 14

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in January
Dam, Bhutan

Average visibility in January - Dam, Bhutan
  • Average visibility in January: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are June, July, August and September (9km).

Dam, Bhutan

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