Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Popayan, Colombia, during January is characterized by an average temperature of 15°C (60°F). Highs can soar to 23°C (74°F), while lows may dip to 9°C (49°F). Typically, the humidity level in Popayan throughout January hovers around 74%.
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In January, Popayan averages 185 mm (7.3 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 19 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 11 hours 58 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 7 hours 56 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 21% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In January, the UV Index in Popayan reaches a maximum of 16, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.
| 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 | |
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| UVI | 1 | 3 | 6 | 11 | 14 | 16 | 16 | 12 | 8 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | High | Extreme | VeryHigh | Moderate | Low | ||||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 25 min | 10 min | 15 min | 30 min | 45 min | ||||||