January weather forecast
Alembe, Gabon

In January, Alembe, Gabon experiences a typical equatorial climate with high temperatures and high relative humidity levels. January is the month with the steadiest temperature range, from a high point of 31.9°C (89.4°F) and declining to a low point of 23.2°C (73.8°F). Residents of Alembe can expect long, warm days interspersed with frequent rain showers. The beginning of the year also indicates the peak of the tropical monsoon season, with significant levels of rainfall making it a very wet month. The prevailing high humidity levels mingled with the constant high temperatures create a sultry climate throughout the month.

Temperature

As Alembe steps into January, the average high-temperature is measured at a still hot 31.9°C (89.4°F), displaying minor differences from December's 31.5°C (88.7°F). Throughout January, Alembe encounters an average temperature drop to a warm 23.2°C (73.8°F).

Heat index

For January, the heat index is appraised at a life-threatening hot 46°C (114.8°F). Observe: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke is on the horizon with prolonged exertion.
Consider that heat index readings are for situations in the shade and light wind. When under direct sunshine, the heat index may be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', shows a temperature sensation when both heat and moisture conditions are combined. The influence of weather is personal, with varied individuals experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical exertion levels. Direct sunlight can potentially raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees, so it's crucial to consider. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 85%.

Rainfall

In Alembe, during January, the rain falls for 25.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 101mm (3.98") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 263 rainfall days, and 1311mm (51.61") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 12h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:22. On the last day of January, in Alembe, Gabon, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:32 WAT.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Alembe is 7.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during January morphs into the following directions:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.