January weather forecast
Frambo, Ivory Coast

January, like December, is another hot winter month in Frambo, Ivory Coast, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.5°C (76.1°F) and 31.5°C (88.7°F).

Temperature

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 31.5°C (88.7°F) and a low of 24.5°C (76.1°F), January stands out as the warmest month.

Heat index

January's heat index is appraised at an extremely hot 41°C (105.8°F). Extra precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible outcomes. Extended activity could lead to heatstroke.
From a standpoint of the heat index, values pertain to shaded conditions and mild breezes. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Children regularly disregard the necessity to rest and replenish fluids. Thirst is a late symptom of dehydration - thus, maintaining hydration, particularly during long-lasting physical activities, is essential.
To offset high temperatures, the human body releases sweat which, upon evaporation, cools it down. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Elevated heat gain compared to the body's release capability poses risks of dehydration and potential overheating.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 76%, January is the least humid month in Frambo.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 18.4 days and typically collects 43mm (1.69") of precipitation.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Frambo, Ivory Coast, is 11h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:10. On the last day of January, in Frambo, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:22 GMT.

Sunshine

In Frambo, the average sunshine in January is 9.2h.

UV index

January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Frambo. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.