January weather forecast
Mentukua, Ghana

January in Mentukua, Ghana, is a very hot winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36°C (96.8°F) and 20.3°C (68.5°F).

Temperature

The onset of January notes an average high-temperature of a very hot 36°C (96.8°F), subtly shifted from December's 34.3°C (93.7°F). Mentukua, in January, displays a significant temperature downturn during the night, with an average reading of 20.3°C (68.5°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during January is estimated at a life-threatening hot 46°C (114.8°F). Be on the lookout: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are anticipated. Continued exertion can result in heatstroke.
Consider that heat index readings are for situations in the shade and light wind. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. The effect of weather is individual, with a variety of people experiencing it differently due to distinctions in body mass, height, and level of activity. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Children frequently do not comprehend the need for rest and hydration. Thirst is an advanced stage of dehydration - staying hydrated, especially during extended physical exercises, is essential.
The natural method the human body uses to remove excess heat is by perspiring and letting sweat evaporate. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.

Humidity

The least humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 55%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 7.1 days. Throughout January, 12mm (0.47") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 265.7 rainfall days, and 1056mm (41.57") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 11h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:01. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:14 GMT.

Sunshine

With an average of 9.7h of sunshine, January has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during January leads to these instructions:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.