January weather forecast
Gouabafla, Ivory Coast

January is a fiery hot winter month in Gouabafla, Ivory Coast, with an average temperature varying between 20°C (68°F) and 36°C (96.8°F).

Temperature

Gouabafla sees the arrival of January with an average high-temperature of a fiery hot 36°C (96.8°F), indicating a subtle variation from December. A marked difference from the daytime temperatures, Gouabafla's nighttime temperature falls to an average low of 20°C (68°F) in January.

Heat index

January's average heat index is appraised at a scorching 43°C (109.4°F). Alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely to occur. Prolonged exertion can lead to heatstroke.
One should be cognizant that the heat index values are tailored for shaded spots and mild winds. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. This effect is personal, influenced by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, shaped by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
By perspiring, the human body can shed its excessive warmth since evaporated sweat cools it off. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. When heat gain surpasses the level the body can shed, body temperature begins to increase, and consequently, overheating and dehydration can occur, with varying severity.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Gouabafla, in January, it is raining for 5.8 days, with typically 9mm (0.35") of accumulated precipitation. In Gouabafla, during the entire year, the rain falls for 218.7 days and collects up to 845mm (33.27") of precipitation.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 11h and 45min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 18:33 GMT.

Sunshine

January has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 9.6h of sunshine.

UV index

January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Gouabafla. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 7 in January transforms into the following instructions:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.