EgyptThe weather in January in Alexandria
It's pleasantly warm in January in Alexandria with an average temperature of 19°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 18°C to a high of 20°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 9°C and 12°C.
Looking for sun? January isn’t a good month to be in Alexandria. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of 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 Alexandria, Egypt. 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 29°C in 2014, Alexandria reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 11°C in 2015. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 3°C to a highest value of 16°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Alexandria is 20°C this month. Refreshing if you feel like a swim.
Rainfall amount
In January, there is an average of 103 mm of precipitation, spread over 12 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in January for Alexandria
Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Alexandria. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
January weather comparison
| Alexandria | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 19°C | 5°C |
| Max. temperature | 20°C | 11°C |
| Min. temperature | 9°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 103 mm | 97 mm |
| Rainy days | 12 days | 12 days |
Start of January
The month of January starts in Alexandria with mild temps, averaging around 19°C during the day and nights around 11°C.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps stay steady at around 19°C, with nights around 11°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Alexandria is around 19°C, while nighttime temps are about 11°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 6 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in January in Alexandria, Egypt. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in January in Alexandria
Temperature in January in Alexandria over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in January in Alexandria, Egypt. 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 Alexandria
Total precipitation in January in Alexandria over the years
Daily UV index in January in Alexandria
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Alexandria, 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 Alexandria by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Alexandria. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.