January weather forecast
Tobruk, Libya

Tobruk, Libya kicks off the year with mild weather that offers generous sunshine hours. The days are graced with an average of 6 hours of sun and an average daylight duration of 10.3 hours further lengthening the daytime. Temperatures oscillate between 12°C (53.6°F) and 16°C (60.8°F), making it one of Tobruk's cooler months. Rainfall at the beginning of the year peaks at 28mm (1.1"), resulting in approximately seven wet days. The sea maintains a welcoming warmth with a consistent sea temperature of 17°C (62.6°F).

Temperature

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 16°C (60.8°F) and a low of 12°C (53.6°F), January stands out as the coldest month.

Rainfall

In Tobruk, in January, during 7 rainfall days, 28mm (1.1") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Tobruk, during the entire year, the rain falls for 30 days and collects up to 119mm (4.69") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In January, the average sea temperature is 17°C (62.6°F).
Note: In water with a temperature of 17°C (62.6°F), swimming is not a joy for most people. The challenge of controlling breathing increases as the temperature dips from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

In Tobruk, the average length of the day in January is 10h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:24 and sunset at 17:30. On the last day of January, in Tobruk, sunrise is at 07:18 and sunset at 17:56 EET.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Tobruk, Libya.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Tobruk are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 3 during January translates into the following directions:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.