January weather forecastAbomey, Benin

Weather in January

Though January in Abomey, Benin, still experiences high temperatures, they are slightly cooler than subsequent months. The daytime warmth typically reaches between 34°C (93.2°F). The occasional rain showers provide some relief from the heat, as precipitation levels are low with rainfall of 6mm (0.24"). Notably, sunlight is abundant with generous amounts of daily brightness. Overall, January offers warm and mostly clear days, with limited rainfall days, making it agreeable for outdoor activities.

Temperature

January's onset in Abomey corresponds to a marginal change in the average high-temperature to a still hot 34°C (93.2°F), matching December's readings. Abomey logs a considerable temperature decrease from the daytime highs during the nights in January, with an average reading of 22°C (71.6°F).

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 1 days and accumulates 6mm (0.24") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 11h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:03 and sunset at 18:46. On the last day of January, in Abomey, sunrise is at 07:10 and sunset at 18:59 WAT.

Sunshine

In Abomey, the average sunshine in January is 7h.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Abomey is 11. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an ultimate health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 11 in January leads to these guidelines:
Enforce every vital precaution. Those with light skin could endure burns in a matter of minutes. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Despite the clouds, sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30 should be used liberally and reapplied frequently, especially after a swim or outdoor workout.