January weather forecast
Port Elizabeth, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

Port Elizabeth begins the year with continued high temperatures, without a stark transition from December's warmth. Even though the mercury reaches a high of 27°C (80.6°F) and dips to 21°C (69.8°F) at the lowest, the weather in this city remains quite agreeable. January is not the rainiest period of the year in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, however, it does witness a considerable amount of precipitation, with rainfall amounts touching 130mm (5.12"). On a brighter note, residents enjoy the longest daylight hours of the year, offering plenty of time for outdoor activities. Despite the temperature surge, the sea's temperature remains calm, providing a pleasant spot for swimming.

Temperature

January and February bring Port Elizabeth's lowest average temperatures, reaching a high of 27°C (80.6°F).

Rainfall

In Port Elizabeth, in January, it is raining for 16 days, with typically 130mm (5.12") of accumulated precipitation. In Port Elizabeth, during the entire year, the rain falls for 200 days and collects up to 2447mm (96.34") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Port Elizabeth, the average seawater temperature in January is 27.6°C (81.7°F).
Note: Water temperature ranging between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) is considered very warm and pleasing for everyone. It allows for enjoyable water activities over extended periods without discomfort.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 11h and 28min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 17:49. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 18:05 AST.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are January through May, July, August, November and December, with an average of 8h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 10. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 10 during January leads to these instructions:
Without constant care, eyes and skin might suffer damage in a short time. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Even if it's cloudy, generously apply and frequently reapply a sunscreen with no less than a 30 sun protection factor after each swim or outdoor exercise. Caution! The Sun's UV rays become stronger due to reflections from water and sand.