January weather forecastAbuja, Nigeria
January
Weather in January
Beginning the year, January in Abuja, Nigeria, experiences less than half a day of daylight, specifically 11.7 hours. It's an inviting period to enjoy various activities with typically clear skies and tranquil wind conditions. The visibility remains excellent, offering unhindered views of the cityscapes. The month's temperatures may rise to as high as 37.6°C (99.7°F) on warmer days. As the weather remains dry and cool at night, expect a lively atmosphere ideal for intimate events and gatherings.Temperature
With the onset of January, Abuja's average high-temperature clocks in at a still very hot 37.6°C (99.7°F), showing a minor fluctuation from the previous month. In the face of high daytime temperatures, Abuja witnesses a consistent average nighttime low of 20.5°C (68.9°F) during January.Humidity
The least humid month in Abuja, Nigeria, is January, with an average relative humidity of 21%.Rainfall
In Abuja, rain does not fall in January and December.Daylight
In Abuja, the average length of the day in January is 11h and 40min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 18:21. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:51 and sunset at 18:35 WAT.
Sunshine
The months with the most sunshine in Abuja are January, February, November and December, with an average of 10h of sunshine.UV index
In Abuja, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: In January, a regular UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Abuja, Nigeria
- Average high temperature in January: 37.6°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (39.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (28.4°C).
- Average low temperature in January: 20.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is April (25.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°C).
Average pressure in January
Abuja, Nigeria
- Average pressure in January: 1010.8mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (1008.6mbar).
Average wind speed in January
Abuja, Nigeria
- Average wind speed in January: 7.6km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (4.8km/h).
Average humidity in January
Abuja, Nigeria
- Average humidity in January: 21%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (21%).
Average rainfall in January
Abuja, Nigeria
- Average rainfall in January: 0mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (194mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Abuja, Nigeria
- Average rainfall days in January: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (26.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Abuja, Nigeria
- Average daylight in January: 11h and 42min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in January: 10h and 0min
The months with the most sunshine are January, February, November and December (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in January
Abuja, Nigeria
- Average sunshine days in January: 30.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (2.8 days).
Average UV index in January
Abuja, Nigeria
- Average UV index in January: 7
The months with the highest UV index are February, March and April (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is August (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in January
Abuja, Nigeria
- Average cloud cover in January: 3
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 2).
Average visibility in January
Abuja, Nigeria
- Average visibility in January: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (7km).
