Cape VerdeThe weather in January in Santiago
It's warm in January in Santiago with an average temperature of 27°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 26°C to a high of 29°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 20°C and 22°C.
Looking for great weather? January is a good time to be in Santiago. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in January for Santiago, Cape Verde. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 45°C in 2016, Santiago reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 22°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 18°C to a highest value of 25°C.
Rainfall amount
According to weather history, there is only 4,7 mm of precipitation in January. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the Northeast.
Daily weather in January for Santiago
Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Santiago. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
January weather comparison
| Santiago | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 27°C | 5°C |
| Max. temperature | 29°C | 11°C |
| Min. temperature | 20°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 4,7 mm | 97 mm |
| Rainy days | 1 day | 12 days |
Start of January
The month of January starts in Santiago with hot temps, averaging around 28°C during the day and nights around 22°C.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps drop to around 27°C, with nights around 21°C. No precipitation expected during this period, so you can enjoy plenty of sunshine.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Santiago is around 27°C, while nighttime temps are about 21°C. No precipitation expected at the end of the month; it’ll be mostly sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in January in Santiago, Cape Verde. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in January in Santiago
Temperature in January in Santiago over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in January in Santiago, Cape Verde. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in January in Santiago
Total precipitation in January in Santiago over the years
Daily UV index in January in Santiago
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Santiago, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Santiago by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Santiago. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.