January weather forecast
Kpone, Ghana

January, the same as December, in Kpone, Ghana, is another hot winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.9°C (78.6°F) and 30.4°C (86.7°F).

Temperature

Kpone starts January with an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.4°C (86.7°F), a minor shift from December's 30.3°C (86.5°F). During the nights of January, the average low-temperature in Kpone holds at a moderately hot 25.9°C (78.6°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in January is appraised at a very hot 37°C (98.6°F). More safety actions are required, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Long-term activity may precipitate heatstroke.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. Heat index values may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when exposed to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual's weather perception. Being aware that direct sunlight can impact the felt heat might mean an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
Humans rely on perspiration as a cooling mechanism, wherein the evaporating sweat counteracts excessive warmth. An elevated level of relative humidity hinders evaporation, leading to decreased heat elimination from the body, inducing a sensation of excess heat. When body heat isn't effectively managed, risks of dehydration and overheating amplify.

Humidity

January is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 8.7 days and typically collects 17mm (0.67") of precipitation.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Kpone is 11h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 17:57. On the last day of January, in Kpone, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:09 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 9.3h.

UV index

January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Kpone, Ghana. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in January translates into this advice:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.