January weather forecastGama, Guinea

Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Gama, Guinea, is a hot winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 33.5°C (92.3°F) and min 16.8°C (62.2°F).

Temperature

The transition into January reveals an average high-temperature of a still hot 33.5°C (92.3°F), mirroring a close resemblance to December. Marked by a significant drop from the daytime highs, Gama's average low-temperature in January stands at an enjoyable 16.8°C (62.2°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for January is evaluated at a fiery hot 36°C (96.8°F). Implement additional cautionary measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Prolonged activity might induce heatstroke.
Remember that heat index calculations are made for conditions in the shade with light wind. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is an estimation of the warmth sensation when considering humidity levels. The impact of weather is individual, with diverse individuals experiencing it differently due to variations in body mass, height, and activity levels. 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 highly important for children. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.
To combat high temperatures, the human body perspires and relies on sweat evaporation for cooling. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.

Humidity

January is the least humid month in Gama, with an average relative humidity of 47%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 4.3 days. Throughout January, 6mm (0.24") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 256.4 rainfall days, and 1424mm (56.06") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Gama, the average length of the day in January is 11h and 43min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 18:26. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 18:39 GMT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are January and December, with an average of 9.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Gama are January through March, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 7 during January translates into the following directions:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.