January Weather in Arica

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Arica, Chile, during January is characterized by an average temperature of 22°C (72°F). Highs can soar to 27°C (81°F), while lows may dip to 18°C (65°F). Typically, the humidity level in Arica throughout January hovers around 89%.

18°C (65°F)

Minimum temperature

22°C (72°F)

Average temperature

27°C (81°F)

Maximum temperature

89%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In January, Arica averages 18 mm (0.7 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 5 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 13 hours 4 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 11 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 29% probability of sunny days during this period.

18 mm (0.7 inches)

Precipitation

5 rainy days

Rainy days

9 hours 11 minutes

Sunshine hours

29%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In January, the UV Index in Arica reaches a maximum of 15, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 14:00 and 16:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 0 1 2 5 9 12 14 15 13 10 6 3 1
Exposure Low Moderate VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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