January weather forecast
Asiwa, Ghana

January in Asiwa, Ghana, is a sweltering winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 36°C (96.8°F) and min 20.3°C (68.5°F).

Temperature

With January's arrival, Asiwa's weather records an average high-temperature of a very hot 36°C (96.8°F), marking little difference from December's 34.3°C (93.7°F). Contrasting the daytime warmth, Asiwa's January nights cool down to an average of 20.3°C (68.5°F).

Heat index

January's mean heat index is computed to be a life-threatening hot 46°C (114.8°F). Stay wary: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible. Heatstroke can ensue from extended effort.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Heat index values might soar by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with exposure to direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is an amalgamation of air temperature and humidity to express the equivalent perceived temperature. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
Perspiration is essential for the human body; it facilitates cooling through the process of sweat evaporation. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. When heat gain surpasses the level the body can shed, body temperature begins to increase, and consequently, overheating and dehydration can occur, with varying severity.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 55%, January is the least humid month in Asiwa, Ghana.

Rainfall

In Asiwa, in January, it is raining for 7.1 days, with typically 12mm (0.47") of accumulated precipitation. In Asiwa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 265.7 days and collects up to 1056mm (41.57") of precipitation.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Asiwa is 11h and 48min.
On the first day of January in Asiwa, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:01. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:14 GMT.

Sunshine

January has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 9.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Asiwa are January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 7 in January translates into these instructions:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.