January weather forecast
Bompata, Ghana

January in Bompata, Ghana, is a fiery hot winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 36°C (96.8°F) and an average low of 20.3°C (68.5°F).

Temperature

With January's arrival, Bompata's weather records an average high-temperature of a torrid 36°C (96.8°F), marking little difference from December's 34.3°C (93.7°F). A marked difference from the daytime temperatures, Bompata's nighttime temperature falls to an average low of 20.3°C (68.5°F) in January.

Heat index

For January, the heat index is appraised at a blazing hot 46°C (114.8°F). Stay mindful: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Heatstroke could follow extended physical effort.
The standards for the heat index are set for locations in shade and under light breezes. Under direct sunshine, the heat index values might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Considering the impact of direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
The physiological response of the human body to excess warmth is to perspire, thereby cooling itself through sweat evaporation. In high relative humidity, the body's ability to evaporate heat is diminished, resulting in a heightened feeling of warmth. When body heat isn't effectively managed, risks of dehydration and overheating amplify.

Humidity

January is the least humid month in Bompata, with an average relative humidity of 55%.

Rainfall

In Bompata, Ghana, during January, the rain falls for 7.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 12mm (0.47") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Bompata, there are 265.7 rainfall days, and 1056mm (41.57") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Bompata is 11h and 47min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:12 GMT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is January, with an average of 9.7h of sunshine.

UV index

January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Bompata. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 during January translates into the following recommendations:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.