January weather forecast
Runaway Bay, Jamaica

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Weather in January

As the year begins in Runaway Bay, Jamaica, January sees a gentle cooling trend compared to the preceding December. Skies during this period remain largely clear with limited cloud cover and high visibility. The onset of the year also ushers in a relatively dry season with significantly less rainfall than in December. Count on embracing plenty of sunshine with moderately high UV Index readings. In January, temperatures can reach highs around 26.7°C (80.1°F) and plunge to lows around 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Temperature

Runaway Bay's average high-temperature in January is a still moderately hot 26.7°C (80.1°F), marking an insignificant difference from the 27.1°C (80.8°F) of December. The temperature in Runaway Bay during January nights demonstrates a small drop from the daytime highs, settling to an average of 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Humidity

In Runaway Bay, the average relative humidity in January is 78%.

Rainfall

In Runaway Bay, during January, the rain falls for 16.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 35mm (1.38") of precipitation. In Runaway Bay, during the entire year, the rain falls for 219.4 days and collects up to 663mm (26.1") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through August, October through December are months without snowfall in Runaway Bay, Jamaica.

Sea temperature

The months with the coldest seawater are January through April, with an average sea temperature of 27°C (80.6°F).
Note: Water temperature between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) is perceived as agreeably warm, making all water activities enjoyable without the risk of discomfort over lengthy durations.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Runaway Bay is 11h and 10min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 17:44. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 18:02 EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Runaway Bay is 6.7h.

UV index

January through March, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in January translates into the following instructions:
Follow precautions and abide by sun safety rules. Deterrence of sunburn is imperative. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Notice! The Sun's UV exposure elevates with sand and water reflections.

Frequently asked questions

What are January temperatures in Runaway Bay?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Runaway Bay, is 26.7°C (80.1°F), while the average low-temperature is 23.3°C (73.9°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Runaway Bay?

In January, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in Runaway Bay in January?

In January, the rain falls for 16.8 days. Throughout January, 35mm (1.38") of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Runaway Bay?

January through August, October through December are months without snowfall in Runaway Bay.

What months are the sea coldest in Runaway Bay?

January through April, with an average sea temperature of 27°C (80.6°F), are months with the coldest seawater in Runaway Bay.

What is the water temperature in January in Runaway Bay?

In Runaway Bay, in January, the average water temperature is 27°C (80.6°F). For swimming, diving, and other water activities, temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are perceived as very enjoyable and pleasurable for prolonged periods without feeling uncomfortable.

What is the average length of the day in January in Runaway Bay?

In Runaway Bay, Jamaica, the average day length in January is 11h and 10min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Runaway Bay?

On the first day of January in Runaway Bay, Jamaica, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 17:44. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 18:02 EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Runaway Bay?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Runaway Bay, Jamaica, is 6.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Runaway Bay?

January through March, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Runaway Bay, Jamaica.

How high is the UV index in January in Runaway Bay?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Runaway Bay, Jamaica

Average temperature in January - Runaway Bay, Jamaica
  • Average high temperature in January: 26.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (29.7°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are February and March (26.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 23.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (26.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (23.1°C).

Average pressure in January
Runaway Bay, Jamaica

Average pressure in January - Runaway Bay, Jamaica
  • Average pressure in January: 1015.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1015.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1011.6mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Runaway Bay, Jamaica

Average wind speed in January - Runaway Bay, Jamaica
  • Average wind speed in January: 16.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (17.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (13.2km/h).

Average humidity in January
Runaway Bay, Jamaica

Average humidity in January - Runaway Bay, Jamaica
  • Average humidity in January: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, November and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Runaway Bay, Jamaica

Average rainfall in January - Runaway Bay, Jamaica
  • Average rainfall in January: 35mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (95mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (27mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Runaway Bay, Jamaica

Average rainfall days in January - Runaway Bay, Jamaica
  • Average rainfall days in January: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (23.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (15 days).

Average snowfall in January
Runaway Bay, Jamaica

Average snowfall in January - Runaway Bay, Jamaica
  • Average snowfall in January: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is September (1mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January
Runaway Bay, Jamaica

Average snowfall days in January - Runaway Bay, Jamaica
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is September (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Runaway Bay, Jamaica

Average sea temperature in January - Runaway Bay, Jamaica
  • Average sea temperature in January: 27°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are June, July, August, September, October and November (29°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February, March and April (27°C).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Runaway Bay, Jamaica

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Runaway Bay, Jamaica
  • Average daylight in January: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are August and September (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Runaway Bay, Jamaica

Average sunshine days in January - Runaway Bay, Jamaica
  • Average sunshine days in January: 9.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (9.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (3.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Runaway Bay, Jamaica

Average UV index in January - Runaway Bay, Jamaica
  • Average UV index in January: 6

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

Average cloud cover in January
Runaway Bay, Jamaica

Average cloud cover in January - Runaway Bay, Jamaica
  • Average cloud cover in January: 32

The months with the most cloud cover are November and December (Cloud cover 33).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in January
Runaway Bay, Jamaica

Average visibility in January - Runaway Bay, Jamaica
  • 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).

Runaway Bay, Jamaica

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