January weather forecast
West Island, Cocos (Keeling) Islands

The weather during January showcases a notable contrast to the conditions seen in the later months of the year. Rainfall is a central feature of this period, which records 208mm (8.19") over the course of 13 days. The sea dictates the temperature trends seen on the island during this month, maintaining a steady warmth despite the high rainfall. The warm temperatures are lubricated by high humidity levels, making this a sultry time on the Cocos (Keeling) Islands. As the New Year begins, residents and tourists alike revel in 12.7 hours of daylight and soak up UV index levels of 12 —nearly at the top of the scale.

Temperature

The onset of January in West Island, Cocos (Keeling) Islands, is marked with a high temperature of a still moderately hot 29°C (84.2°F), reflecting the same conditions as December. In January, West Island's nighttime temperatures demonstrate a slight decrease, stabilizing at an average of 24°C (75.2°F).

Rainfall

In West Island, in January, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 208mm (8.19") of accumulated precipitation. In West Island, Cocos (Keeling) Islands, during the entire year, the rain falls for 186 days and collects up to 2082mm (81.97") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

January through June, with an average sea temperature of 28°C (82.4°F), are months with the warmest seawater.
Note: Water activities in surface temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are seen as exceptional and extremely agreeable for lengthened time spans.

Daylight

In West Island, the average length of the day in January is 12h and 45min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:40 and sunset at 18:30. On the last day of January, in West Island, Cocos (Keeling) Islands, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 18:35 +0630.

Sunshine

In West Island, the average sunshine in January is 13h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in West Island are January through April, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index of 11, and more, symbolizes an ultimate health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: During January, 12 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Carry out every crucial safety measure. People with fair skin may sustain burns in fewer than 5 minutes. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Despite the cloudy weather, sunscreen with a sun protection factor of at least 30 should be liberally applied and reapplied, including after a swim or outdoor activity. Attention! UV radiation is ramped up when reflecting off sand and water surfaces.