January weather forecast
Doukouyo, Ivory Coast

January is a very hot winter month in Doukouyo, Ivory Coast, with an average temperature ranging between min 21.1°C (70°F) and max 35.8°C (96.4°F).

Temperature

January, recording an average high temperature of 35.8°C (96.4°F) and a low temperature of 21.1°C (70°F), is Doukouyo's warmest month.

Heat index

For most parts of January, the heat index is calculated to be a life-threatening hot 49°C (120.2°F). Notice: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely. Continued strenuous activity might lead to heatstroke.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. Keep in mind that direct sunshine exposure can amplify the weather's effects, possibly increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.
The body's natural response to excessive warmth is perspiration, as it allows for cooling through sweat evaporation. With high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, sweat production is restricted, leading to an amplified perception of heat. Should the body fail to balance its heat gain, the escalating temperature poses health challenges.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 62%, January is the least humid month in Doukouyo.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 9.6 days and typically collects 13mm (0.51") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Doukouyo, the average length of the day in January is 11h and 50min.
On the first day of January in Doukouyo, Ivory Coast, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 18:33 GMT.

Sunshine

With an average of 9.3h of sunshine, January has the most sunshine of the year in Doukouyo.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Doukouyo, Ivory Coast, are January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests this advice:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.