January weather forecastAchi, Nigeria

Weather in January

January, like December, in Achi, Nigeria, is another fiery hot winter month, with an average temperature ranging between min 22.5°C (72.5°F) and max 36.2°C (97.2°F).

Temperature

Upon the beginning of January, Achi's high-temperatures register at a still torrid 36.2°C (97.2°F), closely mirroring the preceding month. Achi experiences a significant reduction from daytime highs with an average low-temperature of 22.5°C (72.5°F) in January.

Heat index

January's mean heat index is computed to be a life-threatening hot 46°C (114.8°F). Caution: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are expected. Sustained activity could lead to heatstroke.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to 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.
When it comes to cooling down, the human body's primary method is through perspiration, making use of sweat evaporation to eliminate excess heat. When the air contains significant moisture, the efficiency of the evaporation process decreases, preventing the body from cooling down effectively and creating a feeling of overheating. Should the body fail to balance its heat gain, the escalating temperature poses health challenges.

Humidity

January is the least humid month in Achi, with an average relative humidity of 55%.

Rainfall

In Achi, in January, it is raining for 9.2 days, with typically 18mm (0.71") of accumulated precipitation. In Achi, Nigeria, during the entire year, the rain falls for 267.9 days and collects up to 1692mm (66.61") of precipitation.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 11h and 49min.
On the first day of January in Achi, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 18:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 18:39 WAT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine in Achi are January and December, with an average of 9.5h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In January, an average UV index of 7 transforms into the following instructions:
Adhere to precautions and respect sun safety doctrines. Avoiding sunburn is vital. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.