Weather in St Lucia in January

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Visiting St Lucia in January

January is one of the best months to visit St Lucia for the best beach weather. It has the most sunshine and best sunbathing and swimming conditions of the year.

The weather in January is slightly cooler than the previous month. January has average maximum temperatures of 29°C (83°F) which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 67% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 7.6hrs making the days quite long and bright.

January has total rainfall of 12.3cm (4.8inches) making it a bit rainy but with only moderate tropical showers. There are 17.8 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the clear days.

Sea temperatures are a very warm 28°C (82°F). January is an excellent month for swimming in St Lucia with very comfortable temperatures for bathing all day. The sea temperature in January is slightly warmer than the previous month.

Also consider visiting St Lucia in one of the other best months of February, March, April, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for January.

Can you sunbathe in St Lucia in January?

Yes, January is a good time for sunbathing in St Lucia.

January has average maximum temperatures of 29°C (83°F) which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 67% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 7.6hrs making the days quite long and bright. January has total rainfall of 12.3cm (4.8inches) making it a bit rainy but with only moderate tropical showers. There are 17.8 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the clear days.

More about January temperature and sunshine.

Can you swim in St Lucia in January?

Yes, January is an excellent month for swimming in St Lucia with very warm sea temperatures 28°C (82°F).

More about January sea temperatures.

Is January a good time to holiday in St Lucia?

Yes, January is a good time for a holiday in St Lucia.

January has average maximum temperatures of 29°C (83°F) which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 67% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 7.6hrs making the days quite long and bright. January has total rainfall of 12.3cm (4.8inches) making it a bit rainy but with only moderate tropical showers. There are 17.8 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the clear days. Sea temperatures are a very warm 28°C (82°F). January is an excellent month for swimming in St Lucia with very comfortable temperatures for bathing all day.

More about the January temperatures and sunshine.

Is St Lucia warm in January?

Yes, St Lucia is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days in January.

The average maximum temperature in St Lucia in January is 29°C (83°F). The average maximum temperature is 29°C (84°) in the previous month and 29°C (83°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in St Lucia in January is 27°C (80°F). The average temperature is 27°C (81°F) in the previous month and 27°C (80°F) in the next month.

More info about the January temperatures and sunshine.

How sunny is St Lucia in January?

The average day light hours per day in St Lucia in January are 11.4. The sunshine percentage is 67% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 7.6hrs making the days quite long and bright.

More about January sunshine.

Temperature in St Lucia in January

The weather in January is slightly cooler than the previous month. The average maximum temperature in St Lucia in January is 29°C (83°F). The average maximum temperature is 29°C (84°F) in the previous month and 29°C (83°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in St Lucia in January is 27°C (80°F). The average temperature is 27°C (81°F) in the previous month and 27°C (80°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in St Lucia in January is 24°C (76°F). The minimum temperature is 25°C (77°F) in the previous month and 24°C (76°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in St Lucia in January

The days in January are marginally longer than the previous month and the days continue to get marginally longer into February. January has a slightly more hours of sunshine than the previous month. During January the average day light hours are 11.4 per day in St Lucia. The sunshine percentage is 67% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 7.6hrs making the days quite long and bright.

The ultraviolet index in St Lucia in January is typically 9.7 during January. An ultraviolet index reading of 8 to 10 indicates a very high risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 15 minutes. Take extra precautions because unprotected skin and eyes will be damaged and can burn quickly. 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.

Sea Temperature in St Lucia in January

The average sea water temperature in St Lucia in January is 27.6°C (81.7°F) which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day. The sea temperature in January is slightly warmer than the previous month.

Rainfall in St Lucia in January

January weather is significantly drier than the previous month and rainfall continues to drop into February. January has a few more days of rain than the previous month. The average total rainfall in St Lucia in January is 12.3cm (4.8inches) and on average there are 17.8 rainy days in January making it a wet time to visit the beach.

Humidity in St Lucia in January

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in St Lucia in January is 23°C (73°F) which is very humid and quite uncomfortable for most unless you are on a beach. At night you would most likely require a fan. The dew point is 24°C (74°F) in the previous month and 22°C (22°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in St Lucia in January is typically 85.5%. The maximum relative humidity is 87.2% in the previous month and 83.6% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in St Lucia in January is typically 74.5%. The average relative humidity is 75.6% in the previous month and 72.3% in the next month.

Wind Speed in St Lucia in January

The average maximum wind speed in St Lucia in January is typically 32KM/H (20MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 30KM/H (19MPH) in the previous month and 31KM/H (19MPH) in the next month.

The average wind speed in St Lucia in January is typically 23KM/H (14MPH). The average wind speed is 20KM/H (12MPH) in the previous month and 23KM/H (14MPH) in the next month.

The average wind direction in St Lucia in January is from the East.

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