January weather forecast
Portoviejo, Ecuador

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Weather in January

Portoviejo, Ecuador kicks off the year with a warm tropical climate, characterized by high humidity levels and considerable rainfall. The temperature fluctuates between 22.4°C (72.3°F) during cooler nights and peaks at 28.4°C (83.1°F) during the day. The charm of January weather takes a turn when the cloud cover leads to decreased sunshine, resulting in just over four hours of direct sunlight. This is also a season accompanied by an average of 26 rainy days, perfect for those who wish to experience a truly tropical rainforest atmosphere. Wind speeds are also moderate during this time, giving the city a pleasantly cool breeze.

Temperature

January is the coldest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 28.4°C (83.1°F) and as low as 22.4°C (72.3°F).

Heat index

In January, the average heat index is appraised at a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Take additional safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Prolonged activity may cause heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Keep in mind that direct sunshine exposure can amplify the weather's effects, possibly increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 26.4 days and accumulates 132mm (5.2") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Portoviejo, Ecuador, is 12h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:30. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 18:40 -05.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.5h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Portoviejo.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during January, leads to the following recommendations:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Portoviejo?

January tends to be the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 28.4°C (83.1°F) and a low of 22.4°C (72.3°F).

How hot does it get in Portoviejo in January?

January temperatures in Portoviejo, Ecuador, vary between a high-temperature of 28.4°C (83.1°F) and a low-temperature of 22.4°C (72.3°F). In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 33°C (91.4°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Portoviejo?

In January, the average relative humidity in Portoviejo, Ecuador, is 80%.

What is the rainiest month in Portoviejo?

The month with the most rainfall in Portoviejo, Ecuador, is January, when the rain falls for 26.4 days and typically aggregates up to 132mm (5.2") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Portoviejo in January?

In Portoviejo, Ecuador, in January, during 26.4 rainfall days, 132mm (5.2") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

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

In January, the average day length is 12h and 10min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Portoviejo?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:30. On the last day of the month, in Portoviejo, Ecuador, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 18:40 -05.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Portoviejo?

With an average of 4.5h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Portoviejo, Ecuador.

How many hours of sunshine does Portoviejo have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Portoviejo, Ecuador, is 4.5h.

When is the highest UV index in Portoviejo?

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

When is the lowest UV index in Portoviejo?

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Portoviejo.

How high is the UV index in January in Portoviejo?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Portoviejo, Ecuador, is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Portoviejo, Ecuador

Average temperature in January - Portoviejo, Ecuador
  • Average high temperature in January: 28.4°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are April and May (29.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 22.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (22.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (19.6°C).

Average pressure in January
Portoviejo, Ecuador

Average pressure in January - Portoviejo, Ecuador
  • Average pressure in January: 1011.3mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are August, September and October (1012.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.9mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Portoviejo, Ecuador

Average wind speed in January - Portoviejo, Ecuador
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.4km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are October and November (8.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (5.5km/h).

Average humidity in January
Portoviejo, Ecuador

Average humidity in January - Portoviejo, Ecuador
  • Average humidity in January: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (69%).

Average rainfall in January
Portoviejo, Ecuador

Average rainfall in January - Portoviejo, Ecuador
  • Average rainfall in January: 132mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (132mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and September (6mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Portoviejo, Ecuador

Average rainfall days in January - Portoviejo, Ecuador
  • Average rainfall days in January: 26.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is February (26.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (4.9 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Portoviejo, Ecuador

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Portoviejo, Ecuador
  • Average daylight in January: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are August and September (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Portoviejo, Ecuador

Average sunshine days in January - Portoviejo, Ecuador
  • Average sunshine days in January: 3.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (1 days).

Average UV index in January
Portoviejo, Ecuador

Average UV index in January - Portoviejo, Ecuador
  • Average UV index in January: 6

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

Average cloud cover in January
Portoviejo, Ecuador

Average cloud cover in January - Portoviejo, Ecuador
  • Average cloud cover in January: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 46).

Average visibility in January
Portoviejo, Ecuador

Average visibility in January - Portoviejo, Ecuador
  • Average visibility in January: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are February and March (8km).

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