January weather forecast
Curaçao, Curaçao

January marks the start of a new year with haze washed away by the 45mm (1.77") rainfall, scattered over 8.6 days. Enjoyable daylight hours of 11.5 begin to extend as Curaçao progresses into the calendar year. Temperature variations remain subtle, which does not significantly impact outdoor activities. Moderate levels of humidity induce a balmy feel to the air, rendering it neither too dry nor excessively moist. January sets the stage for the upcoming months with its well-balanced climatic conditions, providing an auspicious start to the year.

Temperature

In Curaçao, January is the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 29.7°C (85.5°F) and a low of 24.3°C (75.7°F).

Heat index

During January, the heat index is evaluated at a very hot 36°C (96.8°F). Adopt enhanced safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps could occur. Continuous activity may induce heatstroke.
The heat index's values are generally associated with conditions in shade and light breezes. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Awareness is key; direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Young ones are generally at greater risk than adults due to their limited sweating ability. In addition, their large skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production from their activities add to their vulnerability.
When faced with excessive heat, the human body begins to perspire, utilizing the cooling benefits of sweat evaporation. Increased relative humidity slows down evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of heat removal from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.

Humidity

In Curaçao, the average relative humidity in January is 77.4%.

Rainfall

In Curaçao, in January, during 8.6 rainfall days, 45mm (1.77") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Curaçao, during the entire year, the rain falls for 69.4 days and collects up to 553mm (21.77") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Curaçao is 11h and 31min.
On the first day of January in Curaçao, Curaçao, sunrise is at 06:56 and sunset at 18:22. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:01 and sunset at 18:37 AST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Curaçao is 8.4h.