January weather forecast
Makabana, Gabon

January, the same as December, is a moderately hot summer month in Makabana, Gabon, with an average temperature ranging between max 29.5°C (85.1°F) and min 21.6°C (70.9°F).

Temperature

January brings a marginal elevation to a still moderately hot 29.5°C (85.1°F) from December's 29°C (84.2°F) in Makabana's average high-temperatures. Makabana records an average nighttime low of 21.6°C (70.9°F) in January.

Heat index

For most parts of January, the heat index is appraised at a fiery hot 39°C (102.2°F). Ensure extra safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Heat index determinations are made taking into account the shade and light air movements. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
The human body has a built-in cooling mechanism through perspiration; evaporating sweat dissipates the excess heat. Augmented relative humidity impedes typical body cooling mechanisms by lowering the evaporation rate, resulting in decreased body cooling and an amplified perception of heat. Overheating and potential dehydration arise when body heat gain eclipses its release capability.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 89%.

Rainfall

In Makabana, in January, during 30.1 rainfall days, 186mm (7.32") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 274.1 rainfall days, and 1640mm (64.57") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Makabana is 12h and 15min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:36 WAT.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 6.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 in January translates into this advice:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.