January weather forecast
Sanga, Mali

The beginning of the year in Sanga, Mali, is imbued with dry and warm conditions. The heat begins to ramp up from 15°C (59°F) to 31°C (87.8°F), significantly higher than the rest of the year. The skies above Sanga are typically saturated with sunlight for about 11.4 hours per day, a feature that sustains the warm conditions. Rainfall is virtually absent, offering clear skies ideal for outdoor activities. However, it's necessary to be cautious as the UV index is 10, suggesting potential harm from unprotected sun exposure.

Temperature

The coldest period in Sanga is January, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 31°C (87.8°F) and a low of 15°C (59°F).

Rainfall

January and February are months without rainfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 11h and 25min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 18:04. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:49 and sunset at 18:21 GMT.

Sunshine

January through March, May, October through December, with an average of 9h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Sanga, Mali, is 10. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 10 suggests this advice:
Take important precautions because unprotected skin can burn and be harmed swiftly. 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. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Apply generously and frequently reapply a sunscreen with SPF 30 or more even on cloudy days, particularly after a swim or outdoor exercise.