January weather forecastEikwe, Ghana

Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Eikwe, Ghana, is another tropical winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.9°C (87.6°F) and min 25.4°C (77.7°F).

Temperature

As Eikwe welcomes January, the average high-temperature stabilizes at a still tropical 30.9°C (87.6°F), showing little deviation from December's 30.6°C (87.1°F). In January, Eikwe reports a consistent average low-temperature of 25.4°C (77.7°F) during the nights.

Heat index

The heat index value during January is estimated at a sweltering 39°C (102.2°F). Incorporate extra safety measures to avoid heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Continuous activity could provoke heatstroke.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. An individual's temperature experience can be influenced by extra factors, including metabolic differences, activity levels, and clothing. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.
Sweat evaporation plays a crucial role in cooling the human body, a process enabled by perspiration. During conditions of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's ability to perspire is inhibited, increasing the sensation of warmth. Heat-related disorders may develop if heat gain in the body overshadows its cooling capacity, leading to elevated temperatures.

Humidity

The least humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are January and August Rain falls for 20.1 days and accumulates 47mm (1.85") of rain.

Daylight

In Eikwe, the average length of the day in January is 11h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:08. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:20 GMT.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 9.2h.

UV index

January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in January converts into the following recommendations:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.