January weather forecast
Ayem, Gabon

January, the beginning of the year, introduces Ayem, Gabon with subtropical humid weather. The climate sees a slight decrease from December in terms of temperatures, but the humidity levels remain steady. Looking at rainfall, an amount of 77mm (3.03") indicates a regular pattern seen throughout the year. Residents might experience reduced sunlight hours which might limit outdoor activities during the daytime. Nevertheless, the weather feels generally welcoming for the locals and visitors alike.

Temperature

January and March in Ayem are characterised by peak temperatures, with an average high of 31.8°C (89.2°F).

Heat index

The heat index for January is calculated to be a blistering 44°C (111.2°F). Caution: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are expected. Sustained activity could lead to heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. 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.
Perspiration is essential for the human body; it facilitates cooling through the process of sweat evaporation. When relative humidity increases, the body's capacity to evaporate heat decreases, leading to a heightened sense of warmth. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.

Humidity

January is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Ayem, in January, it is raining for 26.7 days, with typically 77mm (3.03") of accumulated precipitation. In Ayem, during the entire year, the rain falls for 313.6 days and collects up to 1610mm (63.39") of precipitation.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 12h and 8min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:21. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:31 WAT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is January, with an average of 7.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in January leads to these guidelines:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.