January weather forecast
New Takoradi, Ghana

There's a fresh new start to the year in New Takoradi, Ghana with the weather conditions remaining warm and humid. January marks the beginning of the year with bright sunlit days. Despite the modest pace of wind at around 10.7km/h (6.6mph), the days remain relatively cool. Light showers are characteristic of this month although notably less intense than the later months. The nights are a bit cooler but the temperatures generally remain pleasant.

Temperature

The commencement of January notes an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.8°C (87.4°F), exhibiting little difference from the previous month. New Takoradi observes an average low-temperature of 25.4°C (77.7°F) during January nights.

Heat index

For January, the heat index is evaluated at a very hot 39°C (102.2°F). Adopt heightened preventive measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Persistent activity could lead to heatstroke.
Heat index's context suggests values are appropriate for shady areas and slight breezes. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is the result of factoring in humidity to the air temperature, indicating perceived warmth. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Children commonly overlook the importance of rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst, being a delayed sign of dehydration, emphasizes the need to keep hydration up, especially during lengthy physical activities.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. When relative humidity increases, the body's capacity to evaporate heat decreases, leading to a heightened sense of warmth. When body heat isn't effectively managed, risks of dehydration and overheating amplify.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 17.7 days and typically collects 39mm (1.54") of precipitation.

Daylight

In New Takoradi, the average length of the day in January is 11h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:05. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:17 GMT.

Sunshine

In New Takoradi, the average sunshine in January is 9.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in New Takoradi are January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during January morphs into the following directions:
Enforce precautions and stick to sun safety measures. Preservation from skin and eye damage is essential. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.