January weather forecast
Ndanda, Gabon

January, like December, is another tropical summer month in Ndanda, Gabon, with an average temperature fluctuating between 21.7°C (71.1°F) and 32.9°C (91.2°F).

Temperature

January's advent denotes a minor fluctuation in the average high-temperature to a still hot 32.9°C (91.2°F) from December's 31.7°C (89.1°F). The mean low-temperature during January nights is a pleasant 21.7°C (71.1°F).

Heat index

In January, the heat index is evaluated at a burning hot 46°C (114.8°F). Vigilance: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely. The likelihood of heatstroke increases with continued activity.
It is crucial to understand that heat index figures are for shade and gentle wind conditions. If directly exposed to the sun, the heat index could rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is a value derived by merging air temperature with the humidity to convey how the climate feels. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Young ones often disregard the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst usually indicates advanced dehydration - hence, it is key to stay hydrated, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
Through perspiration, the body has a natural mechanism to eliminate excessive heat via sweat evaporation. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

January and July are months with the least rain in Ndanda, Gabon, when the rain falls for 23.3 days and typically aggregates up to 62mm (2.44") of rain.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 12h and 11min.
On the first day of January in Ndanda, Gabon, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:29 WAT.

Sunshine

In Ndanda, the average sunshine in January is 9.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Ndanda are January through May, July, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 7 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.