January weather forecast
Yaounde, Cameroon

Stepping into the new year, Yaounde witnesses a shift in temperature with a discernible rise in humidity from the preceding month. This change is marked by unyielding high temperatures that peak at 29.6°C (85.3°F) and an increase in rainfall beginning at 19mm (0.75"). The evergreen city embraces frequent sunny intervals, ideal for outdoor activities by residents and tourists alike. January provides sufficient daylight hours, facilitating a vibrant setting for diverse pursuits. In regard to UV index, caution is advised during midday hours, as the sun intensifies its beams on the city.

Temperature

As January unfolds in Yaounde, the average high-temperature reaches a still warm 29.6°C (85.3°F), hinting at a slight fluctuation from the previous month. Yaounde, during the nights of January, experiences an average temperature drop to a comfortable 19.6°C (67.3°F).

Heat index

Throughout January, the heat index is estimated at a fiery hot 36°C (96.8°F). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
It is noted that heat index values are ascertained for locations in the shade and with gentle breezes. 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', is an indicator that blends the effects of temperature and humidity to depict perceived warmth. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.
The body's self-cooling mechanism is rooted in perspiration, where evaporating sweat cools down excessive warmth. When relative humidity increases, the body's capacity to evaporate heat decreases, leading to a heightened sense of warmth. Exceeding the body's heat disposal threshold results in a rise in body temperature and potential thermal disorders.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Yaounde is 79.5%.

Rainfall

In Yaounde, during January, the rain falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 19mm (0.75") of precipitation. In Yaounde, Cameroon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144 days and collects up to 1541mm (60.67") of precipitation.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:14. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:26 WAT.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Yaounde is 5.5h.

UV index

January through May, August through November, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index in Yaounde. A UV Index of 11, and more, symbolizes an extreme threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 12 in January transforms into the following instructions:
Implement all necessary safeguards, unprotected skin might suffer burns rapidly. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Even on overcast days, a sunscreen with a sun protection factor of no less than 30 should be generously applied and reapplied, particularly after swimming or outdoor activities.