January weather forecast
Vega Baja, PR

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Weather in January

Entering the new year, Vega Baja sees a significant weather transformation from the chillier months. Morning temperatures rest at around 72.9°F (22.7°C), gradually increasing to daily highs of 80.4°F (26.9°C). Generally, the wind speed in this month registers at 9.1mph (14.6km/h). January witnesses a mix of balmy sunlit days and cool breezy evenings, presenting an ideal climate for outdoor activities. As January fades, the temperatures remain steady, subtly preparing for the approaching spring.

Temperature

The arrival of January marks a slight shift to an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 80.4°F (26.9°C) from December's 81.3°F (27.4°C). Vega Baja navigates through January with a barely noticeable decrease in temperature at night, stabilizing at an agreeable 72.9°F (22.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 78%.

Rainfall

In Vega Baja, in January, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Vega Baja, during the entire year, the rain falls for 213.7 days and collects up to 28.66" (728mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 11h and 10min.
On the first day of January in Vega Baja, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:18 pm AST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 8.8h.

UV index

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. 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. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.
Updated: Jun 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in January?

In Vega Baja, in January, the average high-temperature is 80.4°F (26.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 72.9°F (22.7°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 78%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Vega Baja, during January, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in January in Vega Baja?

In Vega Baja, Puerto Rico, the average day length in January is 11h and 10min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:18 pm AST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Vega Baja, the average sunshine duration in January is 8.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Vega Baja, PR

Average temperature in January - Vega Baja, PR
  • Average high temperature in January: 80.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (80.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 72.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (78.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (72.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Vega Baja, PR

Average pressure in January - Vega Baja, PR
  • Average pressure in January: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.02"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Vega Baja, PR

Average wind speed in January - Vega Baja, PR
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (6.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Vega Baja, PR

Average humidity in January - Vega Baja, PR
  • Average humidity in January: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, July, October and November (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are February, March and April (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Vega Baja, PR

Average rainfall in January - Vega Baja, PR
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.91").

Average rainfall days in January
Vega Baja, PR

Average rainfall days in January - Vega Baja, PR
  • Average rainfall days in January: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (13.3 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Vega Baja, PR

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Vega Baja, PR
  • Average daylight in January: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Vega Baja, PR

Average sunshine days in January - Vega Baja, PR
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (12.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (5.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Vega Baja, PR

Average UV index in January - Vega Baja, PR
  • Average UV index in January: 6

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

Average cloud cover in January
Vega Baja, PR

Average cloud cover in January - Vega Baja, PR
  • Average cloud cover in January: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 34).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in January
Vega Baja, PR

Average visibility in January - Vega Baja, PR
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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