January weather forecast
Inkolonie, Benin

January

Weather in January

Beginning of the year in Inkolonie, Benin brings a noticeable reduction in rainfall. Dry conditions prevail, paving the way for more enjoyable outdoor activities. Despite the heat of the day, evenings provide a cooler respite. January sees the lowest relative humidity and cloud cover out of the year, attributable to the continuing Harmattan season. The highest temperature recorded for this month is 36.2°C (97.2°F), with sunshine lasting for about 7.8 hours.

Temperature

January's onset records a minor alteration in the average high-temperature to a still torrid 36.2°C (97.2°F) from December's 35.2°C (95.4°F). From the height of daytime heat, the temperature recedes to an average of 18.7°C (65.7°F) at night during January.

Humidity

The least humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 23%.

Rainfall

January through November are months with rainfall. January is the first month it rains. Throughout January, in the average 0.4 rainfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of precipitation. In Inkolonie, during the entire year, the rain falls for 180.8 days and collects up to 831mm (32.72") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Inkolonie, the average length of the day in January is 11h and 40min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 07:09 and sunset at 18:45. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:15 and sunset at 18:59 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 7.8h.

UV index

In Inkolonie, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In January, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in January?
In January, in Inkolonie, the average high-temperature is 36.2°C (97.2°F), and the average low-temperature is 18.7°C (65.7°F).
What is the least humid month?
With an average relative humidity of 23%, January is the least humid month.
What is the average humidity in January?
In January, the average relative humidity is 23%.
When does it start to rain?
January is the first month it rains. Throughout January, in the average 0.4 rainfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Inkolonie have in January?
The average day length in January is 11h and 40min.
When are sunrise and sunset in January?
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 07:09 and sunset at 18:45. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:15 and sunset at 18:59 WAT.
How many hours of sunshine does Inkolonie have in January?
The average sunshine duration in January is 7.8h.
What is the UV index reading in January?
In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January - Inkolonie, Benin
Average temperature in January
Inkolonie, Benin
  • Average high temperature in January: 36.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (38.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (28°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (24.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°C).

Average pressure in January - Inkolonie, Benin
Average pressure in January
Inkolonie, Benin
  • Average pressure in January: 1010.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (1008.6mbar).

Average wind speed in January - Inkolonie, Benin
Average wind speed in January
Inkolonie, Benin
  • Average wind speed in January: 7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (4.9km/h).

Average humidity in January - Inkolonie, Benin
Average humidity in January
Inkolonie, Benin
  • Average humidity in January: 23%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (23%).

Average rainfall in January - Inkolonie, Benin
Average rainfall in January
Inkolonie, Benin
  • Average rainfall in January: 1mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (156mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in January - Inkolonie, Benin
Average rainfall days in January
Inkolonie, Benin
  • Average rainfall days in January: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (28.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (0.4 days).

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Inkolonie, Benin
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Inkolonie, Benin
  • Average daylight in January: 11h and 4min

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: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January - Inkolonie, Benin
Average sunshine days in January
Inkolonie, Benin
  • Average sunshine days in January: 30.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (30.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (1.8 days).

Average UV index in January - Inkolonie, Benin
Average UV index in January
Inkolonie, Benin
  • Average UV index in January: 7

The month with the highest UV index is March (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in January - Inkolonie, Benin
Average cloud cover in January
Inkolonie, Benin
  • Average cloud cover in January: 5

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 4).

Average visibility in January - Inkolonie, Benin
Average visibility in January
Inkolonie, 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 July, August and September (7km).

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