January weather forecast
Shibam, Yemen

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Weather in January

January brings a relatively cooler climate to Shibam, Yemen, when compared to the forthcoming warmer months. Temperatures prominently fluctuate from 17.4°C (63.3°F) overnight to 25.1°C (77.2°F) during the day; this trend introduces a moderate yet pleasant contrast across the day. With relative humidity averaging 63%, there's a slight cooling respite by means of oceanic moisture. Amidst this period, the city experiences mainly clear skies, allowing maximum daylight hours of 11.3 hours and substantial sunshine of 7.6 hours. While the weather remains predominantly dry, rain events, albeit occasional, are not completely ruled out.

Temperature

January is the month when Shibam experiences its coldest temperatures, averaging a high of 25.1°C (77.2°F) and a low of 17.4°C (63.3°F).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 63%, January is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Shibam, in January, it is raining for 1.8 days, with typically 2mm (0.08") of accumulated precipitation. In Shibam, during the entire year, the rain falls for 35.5 days and collects up to 65mm (2.56") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Shibam, the average length of the day in January is 11h and 18min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 17:24. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 17:41 +03.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and February, with an average of 7.6h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Persist in precautions and follow sun safety policies. Keeping sunburn at bay is imperative. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

January, known for its average high temperature of 25.1°C (77.2°F) and an average low temperature of 17.4°C (63.3°F), is the coldest month.

What are the temperatures in January?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 25.1°C (77.2°F) and a low-temperature of 17.4°C (63.3°F).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 63%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 63%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Shibam, in January, it is raining for 1.8 days, with typically 2mm (0.08") of accumulated precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Shibam have in January?

In January, the average day length is 11h and 18min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 17:24. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 17:41 +03.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January and February, with an average of 7.6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Shibam have in January?

In Shibam, the average sunshine duration in January is 7.6h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Shibam, Yemen

Average temperature in January - Shibam, Yemen
  • Average high temperature in January: 25.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (35.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 17.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (28.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°C).

Average pressure in January
Shibam, Yemen

Average pressure in January - Shibam, Yemen
  • Average pressure in January: 1016.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1016.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1003.2mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Shibam, Yemen

Average wind speed in January - Shibam, Yemen
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (15.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (8.5km/h).

Average humidity in January
Shibam, Yemen

Average humidity in January - Shibam, Yemen
  • Average humidity in January: 63%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (63%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (50%).

Average rainfall in January
Shibam, Yemen

Average rainfall in January - Shibam, Yemen
  • Average rainfall in January: 2mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (13mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (1mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Shibam, Yemen

Average rainfall days in January - Shibam, Yemen
  • Average rainfall days in January: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (5.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Shibam, Yemen

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Shibam, Yemen
  • Average daylight in January: 11h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Shibam, Yemen

Average sunshine days in January - Shibam, Yemen
  • Average sunshine days in January: 29.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (29.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (22.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Shibam, Yemen

Average UV index in January - Shibam, Yemen
  • Average UV index in January: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in January
Shibam, Yemen

Average cloud cover in January - Shibam, Yemen
  • Average cloud cover in January: 7

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 19).
The months with the least cloud cover are October and December (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in January
Shibam, Yemen

Average visibility in January - Shibam, Yemen
  • 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).

Shibam, Yemen

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