January weather forecastObiro, Gabon

Weather in January

January, like December, is another tropical summer month in Obiro, Gabon, with an average temperature varying between 23.2°C (73.8°F) and 31.9°C (89.4°F).

Temperature

January's onset records an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.9°C (89.4°F), a near match to December's 31.5°C (88.7°F). January nights in Obiro observe an average temperature dip to a warm 23.2°C (73.8°F).

Heat index

During January, the heat index is estimated at a blazing hot 46°C (114.8°F). Prudent: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely. Heatstroke becomes imminent with sustained exertion.
Remember that heat index calculations are made for conditions in the shade with light wind. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', gives a temperature feeling by integrating air temperature and humidity. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. It is noteworthy that being in direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.
Perspiration is the body's default response to elevated temperatures, as it promotes the evaporation of sweat to achieve cooling. An elevated level of relative humidity hinders evaporation, leading to decreased heat elimination from the body, inducing a sensation of excess heat. The body is at risk of dehydration and related complications when it fails to shed excessive heat.

Humidity

In Obiro, Gabon, the average relative humidity in January is 85%.

Rainfall

In Obiro, in January, it is raining for 25.8 days, with typically 101mm (3.98") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 263 rainfall days, and 1311mm (51.61") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 12h and 13min.
On the first day of January in Obiro, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:32. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:41 WAT.

Sunshine

In Obiro, the average sunshine in January is 7.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. 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 average daily UV index of 7 in January transforms into the following instructions:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.