January weather forecastDoum, Gabon

Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Doum, Gabon, is a hot winter month, with an average temperature ranging between min 21.2°C (70.2°F) and max 31.8°C (89.2°F).

Temperature

Doum's temperatures tend to hit their maximum during January and March, with an average high-temperature of 31.8°C (89.2°F).

Heat index

For January, the heat index is calculated to be a blisteringly hot 44°C (111.2°F). Remain alert: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are predicted. Extended effort can lead to heatstroke.
Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. Depending on the activity and the individual's heat perception, which may vary due to factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variations, this effect remains subjective. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Youngsters typically face more danger than adults since they sweat less. Their larger skin surface compared to their small bodies and heightened heat production from their activities augment their vulnerability.
Perspiration is the body's default response to elevated temperatures, as it promotes the evaporation of sweat to achieve cooling. In situations of high air temperature combined with high humidity (significant heat index), the body's ability to perspire is reduced, heightening the sense of warmth. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Doum, in January, during 26.7 rainfall days, 77mm (3.03") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 313.6 rainfall days, and 1610mm (63.39") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Doum, the average length of the day in January is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:29 WAT.

Sunshine

With an average of 7.8h of sunshine, January has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

In Doum, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: During January, 6 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.