Normal weather for Essau in January
It's hot in January in Essau with an average temperature of 34°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 33°C to a high of 36°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 17°C and 19°C.
According to weather history, there is no precipitation in January. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
January is a fantastic month to be in Essau if you’re after sunny weather. You’ll get high temperatures and no rain this month.
Essau in January |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
34°C | 8°C | |
 High Temp |
36°C | 9°C | |
| Low Temp |
33°C | 6°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
0 mm | 58 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
0 days | 9 days | |
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Start of January
The month of January starts in Essau with hot temperatures, averaging around 34°C during the day and nights close to 19°C. You won’t see any precipitation in the first days of the month, it’s all sunny skies.
Mid-January
By mid-January, the average daytime temperature rises to around 35°C, with nights close to 18°C. No precipitation expected during this period, so you can enjoy plenty of sunshine.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Essau will be around 35°C, with nights close to 19°C. No precipitation expected, with plenty of sunshine on the horizon.
Temperature records
With 40°C, Essau hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in January 2021. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 27°C in 2023. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 9°C to a high of 23°C.
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Daily Temperature in January in Essau
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in January in Essau, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in January in Essau
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Essau, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for January, you can expect it to stay dry all month in Essau.
Daily UV Index in January in Essau
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Essau, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in January in Essau Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Essau, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in January in Essau Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Essau, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in January for Essau
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Average Weather in Essau by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Essau. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
