January weather forecast
Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso

January in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso, is consistently dry with average rainfall at a minimum of 0mm (0"). The daylight and sunshine are noticeably longer compared to the previous and following month. Despite the dry conditions, the city experiences relatively cool nights. The UV index is high, necessitating precautions for sun exposure. Moving forward into the year, the temperature is expected to climb steadily.

Temperature

The average high-temperature in Ouagadougou for January is a still tropical 32.2°C (90°F), closely aligning with the temperature of the preceding month. Despite drastic daily temperature oscillations, Ouagadougou cools down to an average low-temperature of 16.1°C (61°F) in January.

Humidity

In Ouagadougou, the average relative humidity in January is 30.5%.

Rainfall

January is the only month when rain does not fall.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso, is 11h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 17:51. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 18:07 GMT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine in Ouagadougou are January through March, May, October and November, with an average of 9h of sunshine.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Ouagadougou is 10. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 10 in January translates into the following recommendations:
It is essential to prioritize protection. Unprotected skin and eyes can suffer rapid harm. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Regularly apply and reapply a broad-spectrum sunscreen with a minimum SPF 30 every two hours, or straight after swimming or an outdoor activity.