January weather forecastParakou, Benin
January weather forecast for Parakou, Benin: With an average relative humidity of 22%, January is the least humid month. The least humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 22%.
January
Weather in January
During the first month of the year, the city of Parakou experiences a different climate from its neighboring months. January becomes a gentle introduction to the warmer season in Parakou. With afternoon highs reaching up to 36.8°C (98.2°F) and evening lows at 18.7°C (65.7°F), clear skies prevail, making it beneficial for outdoor activities. This month is dominated by strong sunshine hours of 10 hours daily, brushing off the frosty vibes of the previous year. With a low humidity of 22% and minimal rainfall, the city provides the best atmosphere for events and sightseeing.Temperature
The average high-temperature during January is a still torrid 36.8°C (98.2°F), almost matching the conditions of the preceding month. Parakou logs a notable disparity from the daily highs during January, as the nighttime temperature lowers 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
Months with rainfall in Parakou are January through November. 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, there are 139.7 rainfall days, and 607mm (23.9") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in January is 11h and 39min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:05 and sunset at 18:40. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 07:11 and sunset at 18:54 WAT.
Sunshine
January and December, with an average of 10h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in January is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during January, leads to the following recommendations:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.
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Average temperature in January
Parakou, 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
Parakou, 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
Parakou, 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
Parakou, 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
Parakou, 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
Parakou, 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
Parakou, 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
Parakou, 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
Parakou, 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
Parakou, 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
Parakou, 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).
