January weather forecastTakamanda, Cameroon
January
Weather in January
January, the same as December, in Takamanda, Cameroon, is a hot winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 32.9°C (91.2°F) and min 17.8°C (64°F).Temperature
January reports an average high-temperature of a still hot 32.9°C (91.2°F), slightly varied from December's 32.3°C (90.1°F). January witnesses a substantial contrast between the daytime highs and the average low of 17.8°C (64°F).Heat index
The average heat index in January is computed to be a sweltering 36°C (96.8°F). Special measures are necessary to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity could result in heatstroke.Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. The impact of weather is individual, with diverse individuals experiencing it differently due to variations in body mass, height, and activity levels. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally at greater risk than adults due to their limited sweating ability. In addition, their large skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production from their activities add to their vulnerability.
Perspiration is essential for the human body; it facilitates cooling through the process of sweat evaporation. In high relative humidity, the body's ability to evaporate heat is diminished, resulting in a heightened feeling of warmth. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.
Humidity
January and December, with an average relative humidity of 50%, are the least humid months.Rainfall
In Takamanda, in January, it is raining for 6.2 days, with typically 18mm (0.71") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 277.6 rainfall days, and 2534mm (99.76") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day is 11h and 49min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 18:32 WAT.
Sunshine
In January, the average sunshine is 9.9h.UV index
In Takamanda, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The daily high UV index of 6 in January translates into this advice:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Takamanda, Cameroon
- Average high temperature in January: 32.9°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (33.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (26.1°C).
- Average low temperature in January: 17.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is April (21.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.8°C).
Average pressure in January
Takamanda, Cameroon
- Average pressure in January: 1010.9mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.9mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1009.9mbar).
Average wind speed in January
Takamanda, Cameroon
- Average wind speed in January: 5.3km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (5.3km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are September and October (3.3km/h).
Average humidity in January
Takamanda, Cameroon
- Average humidity in January: 50%
The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and December (50%).
Average rainfall in January
Takamanda, Cameroon
- Average rainfall in January: 18mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (415mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (9mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Takamanda, Cameroon
- Average rainfall days in January: 6.2 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (30.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (3.3 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Takamanda, Cameroon
- Average daylight in January: 11h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
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 months with the least sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in January
Takamanda, Cameroon
- Average sunshine days in January: 23.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (26.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (0 days).
Average UV index in January
Takamanda, Cameroon
- Average UV index in January: 6
The months with the highest UV index are February, March and April (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in January
Takamanda, Cameroon
- Average cloud cover in January: 8
The months with the most cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 7).
Average visibility in January
Takamanda, Cameroon
- Average visibility in January: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are June, July, August and September (7km).
