January weather forecast
Jakar, Bhutan

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Weather in January

January in Jakar, Bhutan experiences the coldest temperatures compared to the rest of the year. With the high temperatures reaching only 5.8°C (42.4°F) and dropping to -2.6°C (27.3°F), residents experience the winter season in full swing, with notable snowfall. Despite the cold conditions, the city has fewer precipitation days compared to subsequent months. Low temperatures are accompanied by 87mm (3.43") of snowfall, bestowing Jakar with captivating winter scenery. The scarcity of rainfall this month, a distinct feature of the dry winter season, significantly differs from the subsequent month of February that ushers in more wet days.

Temperature

In Jakar, January records the lowest average temperatures, peaking at 5.8°C (42.4°F) and reaching a low of -2.6°C (27.3°F).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Jakar are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 57%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 4.2 days. Throughout January, 11mm (0.43") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 186.7 rainfall days, and 863mm (33.98") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Jakar. In January, it is snowing for 6.6 days. Throughout January, 87mm (3.43") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Jakar, Bhutan, there are 33.8 snowfall days, and 431mm (16.97") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Jakar is 10h and 37min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 17:13. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 17:36 +06.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Jakar 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 Jakar, Bhutan. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.

Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Jakar?

January, with its average high-temperature of 5.8°C (42.4°F) and an average low-temperature of -2.6°C (27.3°F), holds the record as the coldest month.

How cold is January in Jakar?

Jakar in January has an average high-temperature of 5.8°C (42.4°F) and an average low-temperature of -2.6°C (27.3°F).

What is the least humid month in Jakar?

The months with the lowest humidity in Jakar, Bhutan, are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 57%.

What is the average humidity in January in Jakar?

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

How many days does it rain in January in Jakar?

In Jakar, in January, it is raining for 4.2 days, with typically 11mm (0.43") of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Jakar in January?

In January, it is snowing for 6.6 days. Throughout January, 87mm (3.43") of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Jakar have in January?

The average day length in January in Jakar is 10h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Jakar?

On the first day of January in Jakar, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 17:13. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 17:36 +06.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Jakar?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Jakar have in January?

In Jakar, the average sunshine duration in January is 7.4h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in January in Jakar?

In Jakar, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Jakar, Bhutan

Average temperature in January - Jakar, 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
Jakar, Bhutan

Average pressure in January - Jakar, 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
Jakar, Bhutan

Average wind speed in January - Jakar, 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
Jakar, Bhutan

Average humidity in January - Jakar, 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
Jakar, Bhutan

Average rainfall in January - Jakar, 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
Jakar, Bhutan

Average rainfall days in January - Jakar, 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
Jakar, Bhutan

Average snowfall in January - Jakar, 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
Jakar, Bhutan

Average snowfall days in January - Jakar, 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
Jakar, Bhutan

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 24min).

  • 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
Jakar, Bhutan

Average sunshine days in January - Jakar, 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
Jakar, Bhutan

Average UV index in January - Jakar, 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
Jakar, Bhutan

Average cloud cover in January - Jakar, 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
Jakar, Bhutan

Average visibility in January - Jakar, 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).

Jakar, Bhutan

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