January weather forecast
Yakun Town, Liberia

January in Yakun Town, Liberia, is a hot winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30°C (86°F) and 24.4°C (75.9°F).

Temperature

Yakun Town registers an average high-temperature of a tropical 30°C (86°F) with the arrival of January, showing minor deviation from the preceding month. An average minimum temperature of 24.4°C (75.9°F) is recorded during the month of January.

Heat index

The average heat index in January is computed to be a torrid 37°C (98.6°F). Take extra safety measures to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Heatstroke could follow lengthy activity.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.
To offset high temperatures, the human body releases sweat which, upon evaporation, cools it down. In the presence of elevated relative humidity, the evaporation rate decreases. This reduction leads to increased body heat retention compared to conditions of dry air. As the body accumulates more heat than it can release, body temperature goes up, increasing the risk of heat-related health issues.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 11h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 18:34. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 18:46 GMT.

Sunshine

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

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 of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 7 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.