January weather forecastMbalam, Cameroon
January
Weather in January
January, like December, is another tropical winter month in Mbalam, Cameroon, with temperature in the range of an average low of 20.2°C (68.4°F) and an average high of 33.3°C (91.9°F).Temperature
Mbalam experiences its highest temperatures in January, with an average peak of 33.3°C (91.9°F) and a low of 20.2°C (68.4°F).Heat index
January's mean heat index is estimated at a blistering 41°C (105.8°F). More protective measures are required - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Heatstroke may follow lengthy activity.Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is a metric representing the sensation of warmth when air temperature and moisture come together. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Youngsters typically face more danger than adults since they sweat less. Their larger skin surface compared to their small bodies and heightened heat production from their activities augment their vulnerability.
Perspiration, which is the evaporation of sweat, is a primary way the human body manages and dispels excessive warmth. Augmented relative humidity impedes typical body cooling mechanisms by lowering the evaporation rate, resulting in decreased body cooling and an amplified perception of heat. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.
Humidity
The least humid month in Mbalam, Cameroon, is January, with an average relative humidity of 63%.Rainfall
January is the month with the least rainfall in Mbalam. Rain falls for 15.1 days and accumulates 28mm (1.1") of precipitation.Daylight
In Mbalam, the average length of the day in January is 12h and 1min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:07. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:18 WAT.
Sunshine
January has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 9.3h of sunshine.UV index
With an average maximum UV index of 7, January is the month with the highest UV index in Mbalam. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during January translates into these guidelines:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Mbalam, Cameroon
- Average high temperature in January: 33.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (33.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is September (28.1°C).
- Average low temperature in January: 20.2°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is March (21.1°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are August and December (19.8°C).
Average pressure in January
Mbalam, Cameroon
- Average pressure in January: 1010.4mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1009.5mbar).
Average wind speed in January
Mbalam, Cameroon
- Average wind speed in January: 4.5km/h
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and August (4.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (3.7km/h).
Average humidity in January
Mbalam, Cameroon
- Average humidity in January: 63%
The month with the highest relative humidity is October (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (63%).
Average rainfall in January
Mbalam, Cameroon
- Average rainfall in January: 28mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (266mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (28mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Mbalam, Cameroon
- Average rainfall days in January: 15.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (30.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (15.1 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Mbalam, Cameroon
- Average daylight in January: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in January: 9h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in January
Mbalam, Cameroon
- Average sunshine days in January: 14.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (14.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (0.3 days).
Average UV index in January
Mbalam, Cameroon
- Average UV index in January: 7
The month with the highest UV index is January (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is September (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in January
Mbalam, Cameroon
- Average cloud cover in January: 26
The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in January
Mbalam, Cameroon
- Average visibility in January: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, August, September and October (6km).
