January weather forecast
Loango National Park, Gabon

The start of the year in Loango National Park, Gabon, brings abundant rainfall and warm temperatures. With January temperatures ranging between 24°C (75.2°F) and 30°C (86°F), it's a delight for visitors preferring tropical climates. The weather reveals the tropical nature of Gabon, with rainfall reaching a high of 226mm (8.9"). To complement the rains, the UV index is at its peak, so sunscreen and protective clothing are advised. The region experiences plenty of sunshine despite the prevalent cloudy conditions.

Temperature

Loango National Park records a slight change with January's average high-temperatures adjusting to a hot 30°C (86°F) from December's 29°C (84.2°F). Loango National Park anticipates an average minimum temperature of 24°C (75.2°F) in the month of January.

Rainfall

In Loango National Park, Gabon, in January, it is raining for 14 days, with typically 226mm (8.9") of accumulated precipitation. In Loango National Park, during the entire year, the rain falls for 134 days and collects up to 1866mm (73.46") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Loango National Park is 12h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:32. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:41 WAT.

Sunshine

January through April, with an average of 5h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Loango National Park.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Loango National Park, Gabon, are January through April, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index of 11, and more, symbolizes an extreme health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 12 in January, converts into the following recommendations:
Utilize all necessary safety measures, unprotected skin could suffer burns instantly. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. A broad-spectrum sunscreen of SPF 30+ should be used liberally and reapplied every two hours or post an outdoor workout or swim.