January weather forecast
Fish Town, Liberia

The weather in Fish Town, Liberia during January echoes the tropical climate of the year-round balmy conditions. A notable feature of this month is a shift in the weather pattern with a decrease in sunlight hours to 8.8h, which impacts the average daylight. A high level of atmospheric pressure at 1011.1mb manifests, indicating a stable climate, while the UV Index remains steady. Although a new year begins, foggy mornings and cloud covers still dictate the landscape. Overall, January is the kick-off to a fruitful year concerning weather, with plenty of rainfall that replenishes the vegetation in Fish Town.

Temperature

The dawn of January sees an average high-temperature of a hot 30°C (86°F), subtly contrasting with December's 29.4°C (84.9°F). The low-temperature average for Fish Town during January stands at a warm 24.4°C (75.9°F).

Heat index

In January, the heat index is appraised at a very hot 37°C (98.6°F). Implement enhanced safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Sustained activity might result in heatstroke.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. The individual's impression of temperature can be affected by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Young ones often ignore the need to take a break and drink fluids. Thirst is a late-stage symptom of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, particularly during extended physical activities, is crucial.
As a reaction to high temperatures, the human body begins to perspire, using the evaporation of sweat to lower its temperature. Higher relative humidity impedes evaporation, thus reducing heat dispersion from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.

Humidity

The least humid month in Fish Town, Liberia, is January, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In Fish Town, in January, it is raining for 22.3 days, with typically 66mm (2.6") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 294.8 rainfall days, and 1200mm (47.24") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Fish Town, the average length of the day in January is 11h and 52min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 18:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 18:41 GMT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 7 during January translates into the following guidance:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.