Weather in January
January in
Elmina,
Ghana begins the year with warming conditions. The weather remains mostly dry with temperatures not varying significantly from
December. Days are generally sunny with the longest sunlight duration standing at 11.9 hours. The sea mirrors the ambient warmth, accommodating for a pleasant dip. Yet, with temperatures fluctuating between 19.6°C (67.3°F) to 33°C (91.4°F) and 15mm (0.59") of rainfall, January has the coolest high temperatures and minimal rainfall, setting it as one of the driest months.
Temperature
Elmina's weather in January is marked by a clear decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down from December's blisteringly hot 42°C (107.6°F) to a hot 33°C (91.4°F). A sharp contrast between day and night is prevalent in January with an average nighttime temperature of 19.6°C (67.3°F) in Elmina.
Rainfall
Throughout January, in Elmina, 15mm (0.59") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Elmina, Ghana, 515mm (20.28") of rain is accumulated.
Sea temperature
In Elmina, the average seawater temperature in January is 27.7°C (81.9°F).
Note: Surface water temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are perceived as excellent and extremely agreeable for enduring enjoyment in water activities.
Daylight
The average length of the day in January in Elmina is 11h and 52min.
On the first day of January in Elmina, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:03. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:15 GMT.
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