Uvita Weather in January
Uvita in January sees high daytime temperatures of 26°C (79°F) and nighttime lows of 21°C (70°F). As part of the rainy season, showers are frequent and often heavy. Budget around 210 mm (8.3 in) of rainfall for the month.
Rainfall in Uvita in January
Uvita is in the rainy season in January, with rain on around 11 days and an average of 210 mm (8.3 in). With high rainfall totals spread across the month, individual showers can be very heavy. Waterproof gear is strongly recommended.
Temperature in Uvita in January
Daytime temperatures in Uvita reach 26°C (79°F) in January, dropping to 21°C (70°F) at night. This kind of day-to-night contrast is typical for this time of year. With overnight lows of 21°C (70°F), evenings stay pleasantly warm.
Sunshine in Uvita in January
Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 270 hours of sunshine. Despite being the rainy season, it could still be a nice time to visit. Rain often arrives later in the day, keeping most of the days sunny.Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. February and March typically offer the best weather for Uvita.
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Uvita Temperature in January
Min Temperature
21°C (70°F)
Max Temperature
26°C (79°F)
Chance of Rain
38%
Precipitation
210 mm (8.3 in)
Rainy days
11 days
Humidity
80% *
Sunshine
270 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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Historical weather for Uvita in January
Browse day-by-day weather records for Uvita spanning 47 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Uvita historical weather extremes in January
According to our 19 years of weather records for Uvita, the following extremes were recorded between 2006 and 2025.
- On January 13, 2008, temperatures climbed to 27°C (81°F), marking the warmest January day on record.
- The coldest January day was on January 16, 2006, with a maximum of 22°C (72°F).
- The lowest overnight temperature recorded in January was 17°C (63°F) (January 30, 2008).
- The wettest day in January Uvita was on January 15, 2006 with 49 mm (1.9 in) of precipitation.
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What to Wear in Uvita in January
Warm temperatures in January make for comfortable sightseeing weather. Pack breathable fabrics like cotton shirts, knee-length shorts or skirts, and comfortable walking shoes. A thin long sleeve for indoor spaces is handy. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything! And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.What To Do in Uvita in January
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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