January weather forecast
El-Aaiún, Western Sahara

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Weather in January

January in El-Aaiún, Western Sahara experiences moderate temperatures with highs peaking at 20°C (68°F) and lows descending to 12°C (53.6°F). It marks the start of the year with a fair amount of rainfall documented at 18mm (0.71") over three days, influencing a vibrant ecosystem. However, it's not all gloom, as daylight extends approximately 10.7 hours and sunshine in January accounts for nearly 7 hours. Compared to its neighboring months, January presents cooler temperatures with a less intense UV index, thus creating a pleasant environment.

Temperature

January, February and December, with an average high-temperature of 20°C (68°F), are marked as the coldest months.

Rainfall

In El-Aaiún, in January, during 3 rainfall days, 18mm (0.71") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 18 rainfall days, and 93mm (3.66") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 10h and 40min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 08:42 and sunset at 19:09. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:38 and sunset at 19:33 +01.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 5 in January, converts into the following recommendations:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

The lowest level of El-Aaiún's temperatures is noted during January, February and December, averaging a high-temperature of 20°C (68°F).

What is the average January temperature in El-Aaiún?

In January, in El-Aaiún, the average high-temperature is 20°C (68°F), and the average low-temperature is 12°C (53.6°F).

How many days does it rain in January?

In El-Aaiún, in January, during 3 rainfall days, 18mm (0.71") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does El-Aaiún have in January?

The average day length in January is 10h and 40min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:42 and sunset at 19:09. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:38 and sunset at 19:33 +01.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

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

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 7h.

How high is the UV index in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average daylight
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Average UV index

Average temperature in January
El-Aaiún, Western Sahara

Average temperature in January - El-Aaiún, Western Sahara
  • Average high temperature in January: 20°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (28°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January, February and December (20°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 12°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (21°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12°C).

Average rainfall in January
El-Aaiún, Western Sahara

Average rainfall in January - El-Aaiún, Western Sahara
  • Average rainfall in January: 18mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (18.6mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0mm).

Average rainfall days in January
El-Aaiún, Western Sahara

Average rainfall days in January - El-Aaiún, Western Sahara
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are January, February and December (3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
El-Aaiún, Western Sahara

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - El-Aaiún, Western Sahara
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 7h

The months with the most sunshine are April, May, June, July and August (Average sunshine: 9h).
The months with the least sunshine are January, November and December (Average sunshine: 7h).

Average UV index in January
El-Aaiún, Western Sahara

Average UV index in January - El-Aaiún, Western Sahara
  • Average UV index in January: 5

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 12).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 4).

El-Aaiún, Western Sahara

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