January weather forecast
Toulépleu, Ivory Coast

January, like December, is another tropical winter month in Toulépleu, Ivory Coast, with temperature in the range of an average high of 33.8°C (92.8°F) and an average low of 17.3°C (63.1°F).

Temperature

January's advent notes a subtle adjustment in average high-temperature to a still tropical 33.8°C (92.8°F) from December. Toulépleu observes a noteworthy temperature drop from the daily highs during January nights, with a mean temperature of 17.3°C (63.1°F).

Heat index

During January, the heat index is computed to be a torrid 36°C (96.8°F). Implement more safety precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may happen. Persistent activity could induce heatstroke.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. One must note that being under the direct sun can escalate the heat's effects, with the heat index possibly rising by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.
Evaporating sweat, an outcome of perspiration, is key in assisting the human body to moderate its temperature. When relative humidity is on the rise, it curtails evaporation, thereby reducing the heat elimination from the body and causing the feeling of being excessively hot. When body temperature rises due to excess heat gain beyond its removal capability, one might experience heat-related disorders.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 42%, January is the least humid month in Toulépleu.

Rainfall

In January, in Toulépleu, the rain falls for 6.1 days. Throughout January, 16mm (0.63") of precipitation is accumulated. In Toulépleu, during the entire year, the rain falls for 270.6 days and collects up to 1604mm (63.15") of precipitation.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 11h and 47min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 18:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:51 and sunset at 18:42 GMT.

Sunshine

In Toulépleu, the average sunshine in January is 9.8h.

UV index

January through March, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 7 in January suggests the following recommendations:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.