January weather forecast
Bawbaw, Sierra Leone

January, the same as December, in Bawbaw, Sierra Leone, is another hot winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 31.4°C (88.5°F) and min 24.1°C (75.4°F).

Temperature

The warmest time of the year is January, with temperatures averaging a high of 31.4°C (88.5°F) and a low of 24.1°C (75.4°F).

Heat index

In January, the heat index is evaluated at a fiery hot 38°C (100.4°F). Additional precautions are required to avert heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity may culminate in heatstroke.
When assessing, remember that heat index measurements are for light winds and shaded spots. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Young ones regularly neglect the requirement for rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late stage of dehydration - so, it is necessary to keep hydrated, particularly during extended periods of physical exertion.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through 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

January is the least humid month in Bawbaw, with an average relative humidity of 68%.

Rainfall

In Bawbaw, in January, during 1.4 rainfall days, 2mm (0.08") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Bawbaw, Sierra Leone, during the entire year, the rain falls for 205.9 days and collects up to 1507mm (59.33") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Bawbaw is 11h and 42min.
On the first day of January in Bawbaw, sunrise is at 07:06 and sunset at 18:45. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:13 and sunset at 18:59 GMT.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 9.8h.

UV index

January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 7 in January translates into the following instructions:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. 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. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.