January weather forecast
Bégbessou, Ivory Coast

January, the same as December, is another fiery hot winter month in Bégbessou, Ivory Coast, with an average temperature varying between 36.4°C (97.5°F) and 21.3°C (70.3°F).

Temperature

The average high-temperature in January, at a still very hot 36.4°C (97.5°F), reveals a modest deviation from December's 35.1°C (95.2°F). January nights are characterized by a significant departure from the daytime highs, dropping to an average temperature of 21.3°C (70.3°F).

Heat index

The heat index for January is calculated to be an extremely hot 44°C (111.2°F). Watchful: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are predicted. Continued exertion could lead to heatstroke.
When considering the heat index, it's pivotal to note it is for shade and mild wind conditions. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual's weather perception. 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 especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.
The body's natural response to excessive warmth is perspiration, as it allows for cooling through sweat evaporation. An increase in relative humidity retards evaporation, subsequently reducing the body's heat removal rate and leading to a sensation of being overly warm. Overheating and dehydration threats arise when heat gain goes beyond what the body can comfortably shed.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 49%, January is the least humid month.

Rainfall

January and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 5.1 days and typically aggregates up to 7mm (0.28") of rain.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Bégbessou is 11h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 18:17. On the last day of January, in Bégbessou, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 18:30 GMT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine in Bégbessou are January and December, with an average of 9.7h of sunshine.

UV index

January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Bégbessou. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in January interprets into the following advice:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.