January weather forecastBasso, Benin
January
Weather in January
The weather in Basso, Benin, starts the year on the drier side, with January experiencing the lowest relative humidity of the year. Daylight extends almost to 12 hours, blessing the city with plenty of sunshine. Sturdy winds are a characteristic feature of this month, blowing at speeds reaching 9.2km/h (5.7mph). Contrasting temperatures are observed with lows of 17.1°C (62.8°F) and highs soaring up to 35.6°C (96.1°F). The overall weather remains clear with minimal cloudiness, providing an optimal view of the city's landscape.Temperature
January records an average high-temperature of a sweltering 35.6°C (96.1°F), indicating a minor variation from the preceding month. Basso documents a striking divergence from daytime highs, with an average nighttime temperature of 17.1°C (62.8°F) in January.Humidity
January is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 15%.Rainfall
In Basso, rain does not fall in January, November and December.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day in Basso, Benin, is 11h and 35min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:02 and sunset at 18:34. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 07:08 and sunset at 18:48 WAT.
Sunshine
The months with the most sunshine are January, November and December, with an average of 10h of sunshine.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in January is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 7 during January translates into the following recommendations:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Basso, Benin
- Average high temperature in January: 35.6°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (41.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (30.7°C).
- Average low temperature in January: 17.1°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is May (27.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°C).
Average pressure in January
Basso, Benin
- Average pressure in January: 1011.7mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1011.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1007.5mbar).
Average wind speed in January
Basso, Benin
- Average wind speed in January: 9.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (9.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (6.5km/h).
Average humidity in January
Basso, Benin
- Average humidity in January: 15%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (15%).
Average rainfall in January
Basso, Benin
- Average rainfall in January: 0mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (149mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, November and December (0mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Basso, Benin
- Average rainfall days in January: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (23.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January, November and December (0.1 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Basso, Benin
- Average daylight in January: 11h and 36min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in January: 10h and 0min
The months with the most sunshine are January, November and December (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in January
Basso, Benin
- Average sunshine days in January: 30.9 days
The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.3 days).
Average UV index in January
Basso, Benin
- Average UV index in January: 7
The months with the highest UV index are February, March, April and May (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are August and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in January
Basso, Benin
- Average cloud cover in January: 4
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 3).
Average visibility in January
Basso, Benin
- Average visibility in January: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August and September (9km).
