January weather forecast
Lekindou, Gabon

January, the same as December, in Lekindou, Gabon, is another tropical summer month, with an average temperature varying between 21.9°C (71.4°F) and 31.5°C (88.7°F).

Temperature

Lekindou registers an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.5°C (88.7°F) at the commencement of January, closely related to the preceding month. Lekindou experiences an average low-temperature reading of 21.9°C (71.4°F) throughout January.

Heat index

The heat index for January is appraised at a blazing hot 45°C (113°F). Stay vigilant: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may follow prolonged exertion.
Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. 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 particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.
Evaporation of sweat is the main factor behind the cooling effect of perspiration in the human body. Increased relative humidity slows down evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of heat removal from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.

Humidity

In Lekindou, the average relative humidity in January is 86%.

Rainfall

In Lekindou, Gabon, in January, during 29.9 rainfall days, 165mm (6.5") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Lekindou, during the entire year, the rain falls for 297.6 days and collects up to 1831mm (72.09") of precipitation.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Lekindou is 12h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:23. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:32 WAT.

Sunshine

With an average of 7.4h of sunshine, January has the most sunshine of the year in Lekindou.

UV index

In Lekindou, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.