January weather forecastBiro, Benin
January
Weather in January
Compared to the following month, the weather in Biro, Benin stays cooler in January, with a relatively low humidity level signaling the dry season. In this period, we expect a vast amount of sunshine and bright, clear days. Although there may be occasional light rain, rainfall amounts are low—less than 1mm (0.04") recorded for the month—reflecting the dryness of the season. Despite the low precipitation, there are slight breezes that get stronger later in the day without becoming overbearing. Considering the UV index, it is advisable to always have sunscreen and protective clothing during the predominantly sunny afternoon period.Temperature
Transitioning into January, Biro experiences an average high-temperature of a still fiery hot 36.8°C (98.2°F), marking a minor shift from the preceding month. Biro sees a large disparity in day to night temperatures in January, with the night temperature dropping to an average of 18.7°C (65.7°F).Humidity
The least humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 22%.Rainfall
January through November are months with rainfall. January is the first month it rains. Throughout January, in the average 0.8 rainfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Biro, there are 139.7 rainfall days, and 607mm (23.9") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in January in Biro, Benin, is 11h and 37min.On the first day of January in Biro, sunrise is at 07:04 and sunset at 18:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:10 and sunset at 18:52 WAT.
Sunshine
The months with the most sunshine in Biro are January and December, with an average of 10h of sunshine.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in January is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in January translates into this advice:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.
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Average temperature in January
Biro, Benin
- Average high temperature in January: 36.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (39.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (28.4°C).
- Average low temperature in January: 18.7°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is April (24.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°C).
Average pressure in January
Biro, Benin
- Average pressure in January: 1011.1mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (1008.7mbar).
Average wind speed in January
Biro, Benin
- Average wind speed in January: 7.7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (5.9km/h).
Average humidity in January
Biro, Benin
- Average humidity in January: 22%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (22%).
Average rainfall in January
Biro, Benin
- Average rainfall in January: 1mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (140mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Biro, Benin
- Average rainfall days in January: 0.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (25.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0.3 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Biro, 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 36min).
- Average sunshine in January: 10h and 0min
The months with the most sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in January
Biro, Benin
- Average sunshine days in January: 29.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (30.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (3.3 days).
Average UV index in January
Biro, Benin
- Average UV index in January: 7
The months with the highest UV index are March and April (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in January
Biro, Benin
- Average cloud cover in January: 4
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 3).
Average visibility in January
Biro, Benin
- Average visibility in January: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are August and September (7km).
