Weather in Essaouira, Morocco in January

So you're interested in going to Essaouira, Morocco in January

January is a slightly cold and very dry time for sunbathing in Essaouira. January is an excellent month for swimming in Essaouira with very warm sea temperatures. Consider visiting Essaouira in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather.

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Temperature in Essaouira in January

The average maximum temperature in Essaouira in January is 19°. The average maximum temperature is 19° in the previous month and 19° in the next month.

The average temperature in Essaouira in January is 14°. The average temperature ranges is 15° in the previous month and 15° in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Essaouira in January is 11°. The minimum temperature is 12° in the previous month and 11° in the next month.

Sunshine in Essaouira in January

The average day light hours per day in Essaouira in January are 10.3 and there are 6.8 hours of sunshine per day on average during January making it a quite sunny month with some cloud cover.

The ultraviolet index in Essaouira in January is typically 4 during January. An ultraviolet index reading of 3 to 5 indicates there is a moderate risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Keep out of the sun during the strongest hours around midday when unprotected skin risks burning in less than 30 minutes. For the sensitive wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days, and after swimming or sweating. Tanning for hours is possible with the right application of sun cream. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.

Sea Temperature in Essaouira in January

The average sea water temperature in Essaouira in January is 28.4° which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.

Rainfall in Essaouira in January

The average total rainfall in Essaouira in January is 2.9cm and on average there are 3.5 rainy days in January making it a very dry time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Essaouira in January

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Essaouira in January is 12° which is very comfortable. The dew point is 13° in the previous month and 11° in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in Essaouira in January is typically 73.5%. The maximum relative humidity is 76.7% in the previous month and 73.5% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in Essaouira in January is typically 58.4%. The average relative humidity is 59% in the previous month and 58.2% in the next month.

Wind Speed in Essaouira in January

The average maximum wind speed in Essaouira in January is typically 26kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 26kmh in the previous month and 29kmh in the next month.

The average wind speed in Essaouira in January is typically 14kmh. The average wind speed is 13kmh in the previous month and 17kmh in the next month.

The average wind direction in Essaouira in January is from the North.

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