January weather forecast
Lume, Ghana

January, like December, is a hot winter month in Lume, Ghana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.1°C (89.8°F) and 25.3°C (77.5°F).

Temperature

January brings an average high-temperature of a still tropical 32.1°C (89.8°F), showing a slight difference from December's 31.8°C (89.2°F). Throughout the month of January, the nighttime temperature in Lume, Ghana, dips to an average of 25.3°C (77.5°F).

Heat index

In January, the average heat index is computed to be a blisteringly hot 40°C (104°F). Preventive measures are required to mitigate the risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Continuous activity may precipitate heatstroke.
Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. The individual's impression of temperature can be shaped by additional aspects such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Remember, direct sunlight exposure can heighten the heat impact and might increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Children regularly disregard the necessity to rest and replenish fluids. Thirst is a late symptom of dehydration - thus, maintaining hydration, particularly during long-lasting physical activities, is essential.
The body's inherent cooling system operates through perspiration, wherein evaporating sweat offsets excessive heat. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.

Humidity

The least humid month in Lume is January, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

Rainfall

In Lume, in January, during 8.6 rainfall days, 15mm (0.59") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Lume, during the entire year, the rain falls for 236.4 days and collects up to 692mm (27.24") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Lume, the average length of the day in January is 11h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 17:53. On the last day of January, in Lume, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:06 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 8.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through June, September 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 radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests this advice:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. 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. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.