January weather forecast
Abekenta, Nigeria

January, the same as December, is another torrid winter month in Abekenta, Nigeria, with an average temperature varying between 22.5°C (72.5°F) and 36.2°C (97.2°F).

Temperature

Welcoming January, Abekenta notes an average high-temperature of a still very hot 36.2°C (97.2°F), nearly consistent with December's 35.3°C (95.5°F). During January, Abekenta detects a significant contrast from its daytime temperatures, with nights averaging at an agreeable 22.5°C (72.5°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in January is estimated at a burning hot 46°C (114.8°F). Notice: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely. Continued strenuous activity might lead to heatstroke.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', evaluates the perceived heat by adding the effect of moisture in the air. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
The primary way humans combat excessive warmth is by perspiring, letting sweat evaporate and cool the body. When the relative humidity is high, the evaporation rate is reduced. The warmth is removed from the body at a lower rate, causing the body to retain more heat than it would in dry air. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.

Humidity

January is the least humid month in Abekenta, Nigeria, with an average relative humidity of 55%.

Rainfall

In Abekenta, in January, during 9.2 rainfall days, 18mm (0.71") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Abekenta, during the entire year, the rain falls for 267.9 days and collects up to 1649mm (64.92") of precipitation.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Abekenta is 11h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 18:27. On the last day of January, in Abekenta, Nigeria, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 18:40 WAT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are January and December, with an average of 9.5h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Abekenta are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 7 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. 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. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.