January weather forecast
Kato, Ghana

January in Kato, Ghana, is a sweltering winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 19.8°C (67.6°F) and 36.1°C (97°F).

Temperature

January's average high-temperature is a very hot 36.1°C (97°F), maintaining a close comparison with December's 34.5°C (94.1°F). Throughout January, Kato braces for a considerable drop from daytime highs, with an average low-temperature of 19.8°C (67.6°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during January is appraised at a blistering 41°C (105.8°F). Undertake additional precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Young ones often disregard the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst usually indicates advanced dehydration - hence, it is key to stay hydrated, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
Through perspiration, the body has a natural mechanism to eliminate excessive heat via sweat evaporation. In situations of high air temperature combined with high humidity (significant heat index), the body's ability to perspire is reduced, heightening the sense of warmth. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.

Humidity

The least humid month in Kato is January, with an average relative humidity of 44%.

Rainfall

January and December are months with the least rain in Kato when the rain falls for 3.6 days and typically aggregates up to 4mm (0.16") of rain.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 11h and 45min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:04. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:17 GMT.

Sunshine

January has the most sunshine of the year in Kato, Ghana, with an average of 9.8h of sunshine.

UV index

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Kato. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 7 in January transforms into this advice:
Stay clear of intense sun exposure. Solar protection is of utmost significance. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.