Weather in Gisborne Region, New Zealand in January

The days in January are marginally shorter than the previous month and days continue to get shorter into February. January has less hours of sunshine than the previous month and hours of sunshine continue to drop slightly into February. During January the average day light hours are 14.6 per day in Gisborne Region. The sunshine percentage is 69% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 10.0hrs making the days long and bright.

The ultraviolet index in Gisborne Region in January is typically 12.9 during January. An ultraviolet index reading above 11 indicates an extreme risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 10 minutes. Take all precautions because unprotected skin and eyes can burn in minutes. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.