January weather forecast
Freeport, The Bahamas

In Freeport, The Bahamas, January ushers in the cool season, where temperatures experience a subtle decrease from December. The days are relatively shorter, with daylight living little over half the day. Yet, this cool weather is perfectly balanced by a comfortable sea temperature conducive to outdoor activities. Rainfall is fewer than in December, presenting an appealing feature for those seeking to enjoy drier, cooler months. January offers 10 daylight hours, with an average monthly rainfall of 83mm (3.27").

Temperature

January is the coldest month, exhibiting average temperatures of 24.3°C (75.7°F) at the peak and 15.9°C (60.6°F) at the base.

Rainfall

In Freeport, The Bahamas, in January, it is raining for 10 days, with typically 83mm (3.27") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 157 rainfall days, and 1497mm (58.94") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Freeport, in January, the average water temperature is 25°C (77°F).
Note: Water temperature from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) is considered very warm, making water activities enjoyable for prolonged periods without any uncomfortable sensations.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 10h and 42min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:02 and sunset at 17:33. On the last day of January, in Freeport, sunrise is at 06:59 and sunset at 17:56 EST.

Sunshine

January, November and December, with an average of 7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Freeport.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Freeport, The Bahamas. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 5 in January interprets into the following advice:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Notice! The reflection of water and sand increases the UV radiation significantly.