January weather forecast
Niamey, Niger

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River Niger and city structures of the Niamey city in Niger
River Niger and city structures of the Niamey city in Niger

Weather in January

The climate in Niamey, Niger, begins the year with a typically dry season. Following a chilly season in December, January brings in an increase in mean temperatures. Clear skies dominate the weather, resulting in an impressive 9.8 hours of sunshine each day. The winds pick up speed slightly to 14.7km/h (9.1mph), however, this contributes towards refreshing breezes rather than any disruptive weather events. Interestingly, this month sees the lowest relative humidity of a mere 14%.

Temperature

Niamey witnesses its lowest temperatures during January and December, when the average high-temperature reaches 33.5°C (92.3°F).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 14%.

Rainfall

In Niamey, Niger, rain does not fall in January, November and December.

Daylight

In Niamey, the average length of the day in January is 11h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:14 and sunset at 18:35. On the last day of January, in Niamey, sunrise is at 07:18 and sunset at 18:51 WAT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 7 in January translates into these instructions:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Niamey?

Lowest temperatures are observed in January and December, averaging a high-temperature of 33.5°C (92.3°F).

How hot is it in Niamey in January?

During January, Niamey experiences an average high-temperature of 33.5°C (92.3°F) and a low-temperature of 16.9°C (62.4°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Niamey?

In January, the average relative humidity in Niamey, Niger, is 14%.

What is the driest month in Niamey?

In Niamey, Niger, rain does not fall in January, November and December.

Does it rain in Niamey in January?

In Niamey, in January, it doesn't rain. In February, it rains.

How many hours of daylight does Niamey have in January?

The average day length in January is 11h and 26min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Niamey?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 07:14 and sunset at 18:35. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:18 and sunset at 18:51 WAT.

How many hours of sunshine does Niamey have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Niamey is 9.8h.

How high is the UV index in January in Niamey?

In Niamey, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Niamey, Niger

Average temperature in January - Niamey, Niger
  • Average high temperature in January: 33.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (42.2°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and December (33.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (30.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°C).

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Average pressure in January
Niamey, Niger

Average pressure in January - Niamey, Niger
  • Average pressure in January: 1012.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1007mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Niamey, Niger

Average wind speed in January - Niamey, Niger
  • Average wind speed in January: 14.7km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, July and December (14.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (10.4km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Niamey, Niger

Average humidity in January - Niamey, Niger
  • Average humidity in January: 14%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (55%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (12%).

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Average rainfall in January
Niamey, Niger

Average rainfall in January - Niamey, Niger
  • Average rainfall in January: 0mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (42mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, November and December (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Niamey, Niger

Average rainfall days in January - Niamey, Niger
  • Average rainfall days in January: 0 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (9.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Niamey, Niger

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Niamey, Niger
  • Average daylight in January: 11h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 9h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are February, March, June, November and December (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Niamey, Niger

Average sunshine days in January - Niamey, Niger
  • Average sunshine days in January: 31 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (21.1 days).

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Average UV index in January
Niamey, Niger

Average UV index in January - Niamey, Niger
  • Average UV index in January: 7

The months with the highest UV index are April and May (UV index 9).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 6).

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Average cloud cover in January
Niamey, Niger

Average cloud cover in January - Niamey, Niger
  • Average cloud cover in January: 6

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).
The months with the least cloud cover are November and December (Cloud cover 4).

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Average visibility in January
Niamey, Niger

Average visibility in January - Niamey, Niger
  • Average visibility in January: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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