January weather forecast
Amia, Ghana

January, the same as December, in Amia, Ghana, is a hot winter month, with an average temperature varying between 25.3°C (77.5°F) and 31°C (87.8°F).

Temperature

The commencement of January records an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31°C (87.8°F), barely varying from December's 30.8°C (87.4°F). In January, Amia encounters an average low-temperature of 25.3°C (77.5°F) during the night.

Heat index

January's heat index is evaluated at a torrid 39°C (102.2°F). Implement enhanced safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Sustained activity might result in heatstroke.
Remember that heat index calculations are made for conditions in the shade with light wind. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. An individual's temperature experience can be influenced by extra factors, including metabolic differences, activity levels, and clothing. Awareness is key; direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Juveniles often do not understand the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a delayed symptom of dehydration - hence, it is vital to maintain hydration, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
The innate cooling system of the human body revolves around perspiration, with the evaporation of sweat being central to this process. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

The least humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Amia is January, when the rain falls for 14.9 days and typically collects 32mm (1.26") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 11h and 51min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:01. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:13 GMT.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 9.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 7 in January translates into these instructions:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.