January weather forecast
Zoula, Gabon

January, like December, is another tropical winter month in Zoula, Gabon, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.2°C (90°F) and 20.8°C (69.4°F).

Temperature

Zoula reaches its highest average temperatures in January, measuring 32.2°C (90°F) at the peak and 20.8°C (69.4°F) at the lowest.

Heat index

January's mean heat index is appraised at an extremely hot 41°C (105.8°F). Ensure extra safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Children often lack awareness of the importance of taking breaks and rehydrating. The feeling of thirst is a late indication of dehydration, so maintaining hydration, especially during long periods of physical activity, is critical.
Sweat evaporation plays a crucial role in cooling the human body, a process enabled by perspiration. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Rising body temperatures resulting from an imbalance in heat absorption can lead to potential thermal issues.

Humidity

January is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 17.3 days and accumulates 33mm (1.3") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:08. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:19 WAT.

Sunshine

With an average of 8.9h of sunshine, January has the most sunshine of the year in Zoula.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 6 in January suggests the following recommendations:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.