January weather forecast
Barclayville, Liberia

January brings moderate temperatures to Barclayville, Liberia, providing mild conditions for visitors and locals alike. Warm and humid, January's weather is typical for the city with an abundance of moisture in the air. Yet, the atmospheric pressure peaks at 1011.1mb during this month, indicating a slight change in climatological conditions. Rainfall is intermittent, turning the landscape lush, and vibrant. The region also enjoys almost 8.8 hours of sunshine per day, a welcome respite from rain showers.

Temperature

Barclayville records an average high-temperature of a hot 30°C (86°F) as January arrives, nearly mirroring the previous month's climate. Barclayville's average low-temperature is measured at a moderately hot 24.4°C (75.9°F) during January.

Heat index

For January, the heat index is estimated at a torrid 37°C (98.6°F). Implement additional safety measures to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity might trigger heatstroke.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', evaluates the perceived heat by adding the effect of moisture in the air. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. Take note that direct exposure to the sun can increase the felt temperature, possibly adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Kids often lack the knowledge about the necessity to take breaks and consume liquids. Thirst, as a late symptom of dehydration, necessitates the maintenance of hydration, particularly during enduring physical activities.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration, as evaporated sweat carries heat away from the body. 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 uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 79%, January is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Barclayville, in January, it is raining for 22.3 days, with typically 66mm (2.6") of accumulated precipitation. In Barclayville, Liberia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 294.8 days and collects up to 1200mm (47.24") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Barclayville, the average length of the day in January is 11h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 18:32. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 18:43 GMT.

Sunshine

January has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 8.8h of sunshine.

UV index

January through May and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 7 in January transforms into the following instructions:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.