January weather forecastBalatchi, Cameroon
January
Weather in January
January in Balatchi, Cameroon, is a tropical winter month, with an average temperature ranging between min 16.3°C (61.3°F) and max 30.4°C (86.7°F).Temperature
January's advent notes a subtle adjustment in average high-temperature to a tropical 30.4°C (86.7°F) from December. Balatchi's temperature in January declines substantially from daytime highs, settling at a consistent average of 16.3°C (61.3°F) during the nights.Heat index
January's heat index is computed to be a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). If one sustains activity during exposure, it could lead to a sense of fatigue, with a chance of heat cramps.Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Children often fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst, being a late symptom of dehydration, underlines the importance of maintaining hydration, especially during ongoing physical activities.
Humidity
January is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 43%.Rainfall
The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 2.9 days and typically collects 5mm (0.2") of precipitation.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day is 11h and 50min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:16. On the last day of January, in Balatchi, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 18:29 WAT.
Sunshine
In Balatchi, Cameroon, the average sunshine in January is 9.9h.UV index
January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Balatchi. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In January, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Balatchi, Cameroon
- Average high temperature in January: 30.4°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (31°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are July and August (23.4°C).
- Average low temperature in January: 16.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is March (18.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is November (15.5°C).
Average pressure in January
Balatchi, Cameroon
- Average pressure in January: 1011.6mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014.3mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1010.5mbar).
Average wind speed in January
Balatchi, Cameroon
- Average wind speed in January: 5.5km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (5.7km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and September (3.7km/h).
Average humidity in January
Balatchi, Cameroon
- Average humidity in January: 43%
The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (43%).
Average rainfall in January
Balatchi, Cameroon
- Average rainfall in January: 5mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (269mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (5mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Balatchi, Cameroon
- Average rainfall days in January: 2.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (30.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and December (2.9 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Balatchi, Cameroon
- Average daylight in January: 11h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in January: 9h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in January
Balatchi, Cameroon
- Average sunshine days in January: 24.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (26.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (0.2 days).
Average UV index in January
Balatchi, Cameroon
- Average UV index in January: 6
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in January
Balatchi, Cameroon
- Average cloud cover in January: 7
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 69).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 7).
Average visibility in January
Balatchi, Cameroon
- Average visibility in January: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (5km).
