January is a hot and rainy time for sunbathing in Belize. January is an excellent month for swimming in Belize with very warm sea temperatures. Consider visiting Belize in the months of February, March, April, May, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for January.
The average maximum temperature in Belize in January is 28°. The average maximum temperature is 28° in the previous month and 29° in the next month.
The average temperature in Belize in January is 24°. The average temperature ranges is 25° in the previous month and 25° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Belize in January is 21°. The minimum temperature is 22° in the previous month and 22° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Belize in January are 11.2 and there are 6.4 hours of sunshine per day on average during January making it a quite sunny month with some cloud cover.
The ultraviolet index in Belize in January is typically 8.6 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.
The average sea water temperature in Belize in January is 26.6° which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.
The average total rainfall in Belize in January is 4.1cm and on average there are 16.3 rainy days in January making it a wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Belize in January is 23° 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 23° in the previous month and 23° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Belize in January is typically 95.8%. The maximum relative humidity is 97% in the previous month and 94.1% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Belize in January is typically 82.2%. The average relative humidity is 82.6% in the previous month and 79% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Belize in January is typically 20kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 18kmh in the previous month and 22kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Belize in January is typically 10kmh. The average wind speed is 8kmh in the previous month and 10kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Belize in January is from the North-Northeast.
