January weather forecast
Rigoho, Gabon

January, the same as December, is a moderately hot winter month in Rigoho, Gabon, with an average temperature ranging between max 29.3°C (84.7°F) and min 24.8°C (76.6°F).

Temperature

Rigoho's weather, upon January's arrival, documents an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.3°C (84.7°F), nearly identical to the prior month. An average low-temperature of 24.8°C (76.6°F) characterizes Rigoho's January nights.

Heat index

The heat index value for January is evaluated at a very hot 36°C (96.8°F). Ensure extra safety steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Long activity might lead to heatstroke.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
Normally, the human body cools itself through perspiration, which removes excessive heat by evaporating sweat. Elevated relative humidity diminishes evaporation, thereby reducing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a feeling of being too warm. Rising body temperatures due to excess heat retention could signify impending heat disorders.

Humidity

January through March and August, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Rigoho, Gabon, in January, during 30 rainfall days, 121mm (4.76") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Rigoho, during the entire year, the rain falls for 274.1 days and collects up to 1477mm (58.15") of precipitation.

Daylight

The months with the shortest days are January, November and December, with an average of 12h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:28. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 18:38 WAT.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 8.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in January converts into the following recommendations:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.