January weather forecast
Eilat, Israel

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Weather in January

January in Eilat, Israel opens with a firm grip of winter, presenting cooler temperatures compared to what the city experiences during the remainder of the year. It's a time to enjoy humidity levels hovering around 50%. The month boasts an average of 10.5 hours of daylight, presenting crisp mornings and early evenings. January sits at a calm point in the seasonal wind cycle with speeds averaging 9.2km/h (5.7mph). With a droplet average of 5mm (0.2") spread over an approximate 2.5 days, the city experiences occasional rainfall, providing occasional reprieve from the typically dry climate.

Temperature

January is Eilat's coldest month, registering average high temperatures of 17.2°C (63°F) and lows of 8.5°C (47.3°F).

Humidity

In Eilat, the average relative humidity in January is 49%.

Rainfall

In Eilat, in January, it is raining for 2.5 days, with typically 5mm (0.2") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Eilat, there are 17.5 rainfall days, and 23mm (0.91") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Eilat, in January, the average water temperature is 22°C (71.6°F).
Note: For someone sensitive to cold, swimming in 22°C (71.6°F) waters can be invigorating, especially when considering elements like sunshine, wind, and current air temperature. (As a reference, Olympic swimming waters are kept between 25°C (77°F) and 28°C (82.4°F).)

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 10h and 30min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 16:52. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 17:16 IST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year in Eilat, with an average of 7.2h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 4 during January morphs into the following directions:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Attention! The reflection of both water and sand can increase the intensity of UV rays.

Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Eilat?

Eilat's January weather, marked by an average high temperature of 17.2°C (63°F) and an average low temperature of 8.5°C (47.3°F), is the coldest in the year.

What is the usual temperature for Eilat in January?

In Eilat, 17.2°C (63°F) is the average high-temperature and 8.5°C (47.3°F) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the average humidity in January in Eilat?

The average relative humidity in January in Eilat, Israel, is 49%.

How many days does it rain in January in Eilat?

In Eilat, Israel, during January, the rain falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 5mm (0.2") of precipitation.

What is the water temperature in January in Eilat?

In January, the average sea temperature in Eilat, Israel, is 22°C (71.6°F). Depending on a person's sensitivity to cold, with regards to sunshine, wind, and air temperature, a quick swim in 22°C (71.6°F) water may be enjoyable.

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

The average day length in January in Eilat, Israel, is 10h and 30min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Eilat?

On the first day of January in Eilat, Israel, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 16:52. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 17:16 IST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Eilat?

With an average of 7.2h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Eilat.

How many hours of sunshine does Eilat have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Eilat is 7.2h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index in Eilat are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4.

How high is the UV index in January in Eilat?

In Eilat, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Eilat, Israel

Average temperature in January - Eilat, Israel
  • Average high temperature in January: 17.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (35.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 8.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (22.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.5°C).

Average pressure in January
Eilat, Israel

Average pressure in January - Eilat, Israel
  • Average pressure in January: 1018.6mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (1018.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1007.2mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Eilat, Israel

Average wind speed in January - Eilat, Israel
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (12.8km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are November and December (8.7km/h).

Average humidity in January
Eilat, Israel

Average humidity in January - Eilat, Israel
  • Average humidity in January: 49%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (50%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (32%).

Average rainfall in January
Eilat, Israel

Average rainfall in January - Eilat, Israel
  • Average rainfall in January: 5mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (6mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and August (0mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Eilat, Israel

Average rainfall days in January - Eilat, Israel
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (3.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (0.1 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Eilat, Israel

Average sea temperature in January - Eilat, Israel
  • Average sea temperature in January: 22°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are July, August and September (28°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (21°C).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Eilat, Israel

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Eilat, Israel
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 7h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 12h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Eilat, Israel

Average sunshine days in January - Eilat, Israel
  • Average sunshine days in January: 27.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (24.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Eilat, Israel

Average UV index in January - Eilat, Israel
  • Average UV index in January: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in January
Eilat, Israel

Average cloud cover in January - Eilat, Israel
  • Average cloud cover in January: 15

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 15).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 1).

Average visibility in January
Eilat, Israel

Average visibility in January - Eilat, Israel
  • Average visibility in January: 10km

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

Eilat, Israel

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