January Weather in Medan

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Medan, Indonesia, during January is characterized by an average temperature of 26°C (80°F). Highs can soar to 33°C (91°F), while lows may dip to 22°C (71°F). Typically, the humidity level in Medan throughout January hovers around 83%.

22°C (71°F)

Minimum temperature

26°C (80°F)

Average temperature

33°C (91°F)

Maximum temperature

83%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In January, Medan averages 177 mm (7.0 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 21 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 11 hours 55 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 7 hours 56 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 6% probability of sunny days during this period.

177 mm (7.0 inches)

Precipitation

21 rainy days

Rainy days

7 hours 56 minutes

Sunshine hours

6%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In January, the UV Index in Medan reaches a maximum of 13, 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.

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 1 2 4 7 11 13 13 11 7 4 2 1 0
Exposure Low Moderate High Extreme High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 10 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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