January weather forecast
Port Nelson, The Bahamas

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Weather in January

The Bahamas' New Year begins with the intriguing climate of Port Nelson. Bringing a promising start to the year, January offers stable weather with pleasant temperatures and a good share of sunshine. Humidity levels and pressure parameters remain moderate, not causing significant discomfort to residents or tourists. Rainfall is more significant, with the month getting 43mm (1.69"), indicating wetter days. Yet, the natural allure of Port Nelson shines bright amidst these weather elements, making it an ideal winter getaway.

Temperature

In the transition from December to January, Port Nelson reports an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 24.1°C (75.4°F), indicating a close resemblance to the prior month. Nighttime temperature in Port Nelson reflects an average dip to a pleasant 22.8°C (73°F) in January, subtly cooler than its daytime highs.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 76%.

Rainfall

In Port Nelson, The Bahamas, in January, during 15.7 rainfall days, 43mm (1.69") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Port Nelson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 214.6 days and collects up to 747mm (29.41") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Port Nelson, in January, the average water temperature is 24.9°C (76.8°F).
Note: Taking into account a person's sensitivity to the cold, given sunshine, wind, and air temperature, swimming in 24.9°C (76.8°F) might be pleasant. (FYI: The water temperature set for the Olympic swimming event is between 25°C (77°F) and 28°C (82.4°F).)

Daylight

In Port Nelson, the average length of the day in January is 10h and 52min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 17:24. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 17:45 EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year in Port Nelson, with an average of 6h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Port Nelson are January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during January morphs into the following directions:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Attention! The combination of sand and water reflections enhances UV ray intensity.

Frequently asked questions

What are January temperatures in Port Nelson?

In Port Nelson, in January, the average high-temperature is 24.1°C (75.4°F), and the average low-temperature is 22.8°C (73°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Port Nelson?

The average relative humidity in January in Port Nelson is 76%.

How many days does it rain in January in Port Nelson?

In Port Nelson, The Bahamas, in January, it is raining for 15.7 days, with typically 43mm (1.69") of accumulated precipitation.

How warm is the water in January in Port Nelson?

In January, the average sea temperature is 24.9°C (76.8°F). For individuals prone to feeling cold, swimming in 23°C (73.4°F) is still regarded as intolerable. A wetsuit is not a necessity, but sunshine, wind, and air temperature are essential factors for relishing swimming at 24.9°C (76.8°F).

How many hours of daylight does Port Nelson have in January?

The average day length in January is 10h and 52min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Port Nelson?

On the first day of January in Port Nelson, The Bahamas, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 17:24. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 17:45 EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Port Nelson?

With an average of 6h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Port Nelson, The Bahamas.

How long on average sun shines in January in Port Nelson?

The average sunshine duration in January is 6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Port Nelson?

The months with the lowest UV index in Port Nelson, The Bahamas, are January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index reading in January in Port Nelson?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Port Nelson, The Bahamas, is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in January
Port Nelson, The Bahamas

Average temperature in January - Port Nelson, The Bahamas
  • Average high temperature in January: 24.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (28.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (23.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 22.8°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are August and September (27.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (22.6°C).

Average pressure in January
Port Nelson, The Bahamas

Average pressure in January - Port Nelson, The Bahamas
  • Average pressure in January: 1018.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1018.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1013.3mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Port Nelson, The Bahamas

Average wind speed in January - Port Nelson, The Bahamas
  • Average wind speed in January: 25km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (25.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (19.4km/h).

Average humidity in January
Port Nelson, The Bahamas

Average humidity in January - Port Nelson, The Bahamas
  • Average humidity in January: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and November (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Port Nelson, The Bahamas

Average rainfall in January - Port Nelson, The Bahamas
  • Average rainfall in January: 43mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (129mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and March (26mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Port Nelson, The Bahamas

Average rainfall days in January - Port Nelson, The Bahamas
  • Average rainfall days in January: 15.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (23.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (13.8 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Port Nelson, The Bahamas

Average sea temperature in January - Port Nelson, The Bahamas
  • Average sea temperature in January: 24.9°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (29.4°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (24.7°C).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Port Nelson, The Bahamas

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Port Nelson, The Bahamas
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Port Nelson, The Bahamas

Average sunshine days in January - Port Nelson, The Bahamas
  • Average sunshine days in January: 9.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (11.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (5.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Port Nelson, The Bahamas

Average UV index in January - Port Nelson, The Bahamas
  • Average UV index in January: 6

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

Average cloud cover in January
Port Nelson, The Bahamas

Average cloud cover in January - Port Nelson, The Bahamas
  • Average cloud cover in January: 41

The months with the most cloud cover are January and October (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in January
Port Nelson, The Bahamas

Average visibility in January - Port Nelson, The Bahamas
  • 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).

Port Nelson, The Bahamas

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