January weather forecast
Cocobeach, Gabon

The climate of Cocobeach in January is characteristically hot and very humid. Falling in the wet season, rain remains a common occurrence during the month. This period also marks the gradual transition from the peak of summer, but still experiences some of the highest temperatures of the year. The average highest temperature is observed at 30.1°C (86.2°F) with the heavy rainfall of 216mm (8.5") throughout 15.5 days of the month. Yet the sea remains warm for swimming, making January a popular month for beach activities at Cocobeach despite the rain.

Temperature

Cocobeach's shift into January is marked by a subtle change to a tropical 30.1°C (86.2°F) from December's 29.4°C (84.9°F) in temperature. January nights experience a consistent temperature drop to a moderately hot 23.2°C (73.8°F).

Heat index

For January, the heat index is calculated to be a sweltering 39°C (102.2°F). Exercise more precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could precipitate heatstroke.
Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. Remember, direct sunlight exposure can heighten the heat impact and might increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.
Perspiring is a crucial mechanism for the human body, allowing it to release excessive warmth through evaporating sweat. An elevated level of relative humidity hinders evaporation, leading to decreased heat elimination from the body, inducing a sensation of excess heat. When body temperature rises due to an imbalance in heat gain, there's a potential for dehydration and overheating.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In Cocobeach, during January, the rain falls for 15.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 216mm (8.5") of precipitation. In Cocobeach, during the entire year, the rain falls for 180.3 days and collects up to 3126mm (123.07") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In January, the average sea temperature is 28.3°C (82.9°F).
Note: Surface water temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) offer outstanding conditions for any water activity, providing extreme pleasure for extended periods.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:27. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 18:37 WAT.