January weather forecast
Philipsburg, Sint Maarten

January in Philipsburg, Sint Maarten, brings warm weather that lays the foundation for the year. The first noticeable climate feature of the region is the high average temperature, which starts at 29°C (84.2°F). One can expect short daylight hours when compared to the later months, making the days slightly more refreshing. Despite the desired sunny days, a significant amount of rainfall also marks the beginning of the year. Quite alike its neighboring month, January experiences a balmy coastal climate, setting a comfortable atmosphere for both locals and visitors.

Temperature

January through March and December represent the coldest period, with an average high-temperature of 29°C (84.2°F).

Rainfall

In Philipsburg, during January, the rain falls for 17 days and regularly aggregates up to 63mm (2.48") of precipitation. In Philipsburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 200 days and collects up to 1000mm (39.37") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

January through April, with an average sea temperature of 26°C (78.8°F), are months with the coldest seawater in Philipsburg.
Note: In water activities such as swimming and diving, temperatures from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) are deemed highly pleasurable for extended periods without any unease.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Philipsburg is 11h and 11min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 17:47. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 18:05 AST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Philipsburg are January, February, May through July, September through December, with an average of 8h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 8. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 8 in January translates into this advice:
Remember to safeguard yourself. Rapid damage can occur to skin and eyes without protection. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Heed this! UV intensity is much stronger when reflected off sand and water.