January weather forecast
Taï, Ivory Coast

January in Taï, Ivory Coast, is a sweltering winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 20°C (68°F) and 36°C (96.8°F).

Temperature

Taï records an average high-temperature of a sweltering 36°C (96.8°F) in January, maintaining a close correlation with December's 34.2°C (93.6°F). A noticeable temperature swing characterizes Taï's January nights, dipping to an average of 20°C (68°F).

Heat index

For January, the heat index is estimated at a scorching 43°C (109.4°F). On guard: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are predicted. Heatstroke is a potential hazard with continuous physical effort.
It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. Exposing to direct sunshine may enhance heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. Depending on the activity and the individual's heat perception, which may vary due to factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variations, this effect remains subjective. Taking into account that direct sunlight can boost the heat effect, the heat index may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.
Perspiration, which is the evaporation of sweat, is a primary way the human body manages and dispels excessive warmth. Increased relative humidity interferes with body cooling by slowing the rate of evaporation, resulting in a slower body cooling rate and a heightened feeling of heat. Overheating and potential dehydration arise when body heat gain eclipses its release capability.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Taï, in January, during 5.8 rainfall days, 9mm (0.35") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Taï, 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 in Taï is 11h and 50min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 18:26. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 18:39 GMT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is January, 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. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 7 in January translates into the following instructions:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.