January weather forecast
Massè, Benin

January, like December, in Massè, Benin, is another sweltering winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.5°C (72.5°F) and 37.3°C (99.1°F).

Temperature

Massè's January average high-temperature settles at a still fiery hot 37.3°C (99.1°F), showing a near match with the preceding month. Massè anticipates a pronounced temperature drop from daily highs during the nights of January, with an average low of 22.5°C (72.5°F).

Heat index

January's average heat index is calculated to be a life-threatening hot 48°C (118.4°F). Stay watchful: Heat exhaustion along with heat cramps are likely. Ongoing effort may cause heatstroke.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. Exposure to the direct sun could elevate the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', shows a temperature sensation when both heat and moisture conditions are combined. The influence of weather is personal, differing among individuals based on variations in body mass, stature, and the degree of physical exertion. You should know that direct sun exposure can heighten weather effects, potentially elevating the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Children often overlook the necessity for resting and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - thus, it is critical to stay hydrated, especially during extended periods of physical activities.
Perspiration and the resultant sweat evaporation are the body's natural thermostat, helping regulate temperature. Relative humidity in excess curtails evaporation, therefore reducing heat dissipation from the body, leading to feelings of excess heat. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 53%, January is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Massè, Benin, in January, it is raining for 4.3 days, with typically 6mm (0.24") of accumulated precipitation. In Massè, during the entire year, the rain falls for 207.1 days and collects up to 739mm (29.09") of precipitation.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 11h and 46min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 07:01 and sunset at 18:44. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:08 and sunset at 18:57 WAT.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 9.8h.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 7 in January suggests the following recommendations:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. 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. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.