January Weather in Sao Tome

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Sao Tome, Sao Tome and Principe, during January is characterized by an average temperature of 27°C (80°F). Highs can soar to 28°C (83°F), while lows may dip to 25°C (77°F). Typically, the humidity level in Sao Tome throughout January hovers around 75%.

25°C (77°F)

Minimum temperature

27°C (80°F)

Average temperature

28°C (83°F)

Maximum temperature

75%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In January, Sao Tome averages 129 mm (5.1 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 21 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 5 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 8 hours 4 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 25% probability of sunny days during this period.

129 mm (5.1 inches)

Precipitation

21 rainy days

Rainy days

8 hours 4 minutes

Sunshine hours

25%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In January, the UV Index in Sao Tome reaches a maximum of 12, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 11:00 and 13:00, 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 2 4 7 10 12 12 10 7 4 2 1 0 0
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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