January weather forecast
Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic

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Weather in January

Starting the year, Santiago De Los Caballeros’ weather in January features mild and comfortable temperatures. Humidity stays on the higher end, maintaining damp conditions, while wind speeds are rather gentle. Rainfall is not significant during this month, making the city relatively dry. The UV index is moderately high, urging individuals to apply sun protection during their outdoor activities. January is notable for having the lowest average visibility throughout the year, standing at 7km (4.3mi) only.

Temperature

Entering January, Santiago De Los Caballeros's average high-temperature reads a still moderately hot 27.1°C (80.8°F), indicating a close resemblance to the previous month's climate. The average temperature during January nights is registered at a refreshing 17.5°C (63.5°F).

Heat index

The heat index in January is estimated at a hot 30°C (86°F). If one endures exposure and continues to be active, it might result in tiredness and heat cramps.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. An individual's perception of weather can be influenced by a variety of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their degree of physical exertion. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.

Humidity

In Santiago De Los Caballeros, the average relative humidity in January is 82%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are January and December Rain falls for 13.3 days and accumulates 28mm (1.1") of rain.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Santiago De Los Caballeros is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:16 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of January, in Santiago De Los Caballeros, sunrise is at 07:17 and sunset at 18:34 AST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Santiago De Los Caballeros is 8.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In January, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in January in Santiago De Los Caballeros?

January temperatures in Santiago De Los Caballeros vary between a high-temperature of 27.1°C (80.8°F) and a low-temperature of 17.5°C (63.5°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in January is estimated at 30°C (86°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Santiago De Los Caballeros?

The average relative humidity in January is 82%.

What is the driest month in Santiago De Los Caballeros?

January and December are months with the least rain in Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic, when the rain falls for 13.3 days and typically aggregates up to 28mm (1.1") of rain.

How many days does it rain in January in Santiago De Los Caballeros?

In Santiago De Los Caballeros, in January, during 13.3 rainfall days, 28mm (1.1") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Santiago De Los Caballeros have in January?

In Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic, the average day length in January is 11h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Santiago De Los Caballeros?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:16 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of the month, in Santiago De Los Caballeros, sunrise is at 07:17 and sunset at 18:34 AST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Santiago De Los Caballeros?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 8.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Santiago De Los Caballeros?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

How high is the UV index in January in Santiago De Los Caballeros?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Santiago De Los Caballeros is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic

Average temperature in January - Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic
  • Average high temperature in January: 27.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (31.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (26.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 17.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (21.4°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (17.5°C).

Average pressure in January
Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic

Average pressure in January - Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic
  • Average pressure in January: 1017.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1017.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1012.9mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic

Average wind speed in January - Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (9.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (5.8km/h).

Average humidity in January
Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic

Average humidity in January - Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic
  • Average humidity in January: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are November and December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic

Average rainfall in January - Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic
  • Average rainfall in January: 28mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (101mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (28mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic

Average rainfall days in January - Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic
  • Average rainfall days in January: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (22.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (13.3 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic
  • Average daylight in January: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 8h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are March and November (Average sunshine: 8h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic

Average sunshine days in January - Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (3.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic

Average UV index in January - Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic
  • Average UV index in January: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in January
Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic

Average cloud cover in January - Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic
  • Average cloud cover in January: 38

The months with the most cloud cover are March and November (Cloud cover 40).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in January
Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic

Average visibility in January - Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic
  • Average visibility in January: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and September (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and November (7km).

Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic

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