Contents
- Weather in January
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in January
- Average pressure in January
- Average wind speed in January
- Average humidity in January
- Average rainfall in January
- Average rainfall days in January
- Average daylight in January
- Average sunshine in January
- Average sunshine days in January
- Average UV index in January
- Average cloud cover in January
- Average visibility in January
Weather in January
Temperature
Kotu's transition from December to January introduces an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 29.1°C (84.4°F), marking an insignificant variation from the 30.3°C (86.5°F). Kotu, in January, experiences an average temperature of 22.5°C (72.5°F) at night.Heat index
January's heat index is evaluated at 29°C (84.2°F). Staying active during long-term exposure might result in a state of exhaustion and cause heat cramps.The heat index's values are generally associated with conditions in shade and light breezes. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. This effect is personal, influenced by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, shaped by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic variations. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.
Humidity
The least humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 41%.Rainfall
January, February and December are months without rainfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in January in Kotu is 11h and 26min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:29 and sunset at 18:50. On the last day of January, in Kotu, The Gambia, sunrise is at 07:33 and sunset at 19:06 GMT.
Sunshine
In January, the average sunshine is 9.7h.UV index
January, May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Kotu. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests these recommendations:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. 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. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.
Frequently asked questions
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How many hours of daylight does Kotu have in January?
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What is the UV index intensity in January in Kotu?
Average temperature in January
Kotu, The Gambia
- Average high temperature in January: 29.1°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is November (31.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is May (27.4°C).
- Average low temperature in January: 22.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is October (27.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (21.7°C).
Average pressure in January
Kotu, The Gambia
- Average pressure in January: 1012.4mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1012.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1010.4mbar).
Average wind speed in January
Kotu, The Gambia
- Average wind speed in January: 18.5km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (19.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (13.2km/h).
Average humidity in January
Kotu, The Gambia
- Average humidity in January: 41%
The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (41%).
Average rainfall in January
Kotu, The Gambia
- Average rainfall in January: 0mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (185mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and December (0mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Kotu, The Gambia
- Average rainfall days in January: 0.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.6 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (0.2 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Kotu, The Gambia
- 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 4min
The months with the most sunshine are March, April and May (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in January
Kotu, The Gambia
- Average sunshine days in January: 30.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (30.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.5 days).
Average UV index in January
Kotu, The Gambia
- Average UV index in January: 7
The months with the highest UV index are January, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March and April (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in January
Kotu, The Gambia
- Average cloud cover in January: 13
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 6).
Average visibility in January
Kotu, The Gambia
- 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).
Kotu, The Gambia
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