January weather forecast
Achina, Nigeria

January is a sweltering winter month in Achina, Nigeria, with temperature in the range of an average low of 22.4°C (72.3°F) and an average high of 35.9°C (96.6°F).

Temperature

The shift to January signals an average high-temperature of a fiery hot 35.9°C (96.6°F), subtly varied from December's 34.9°C (94.8°F). Achina's January nights represent a significant downturn from the day's heat, with an average temperature of 22.4°C (72.3°F).

Heat index

In January, the heat index is evaluated at a blistering 42°C (107.6°F). Greater safety measures are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Continuous activity might trigger heatstroke.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. The effect is experienced differently by individuals, hinging on unique characteristics such as body mass, stature, and level of activity. Recognize that direct exposure to the sun can escalate the heat effect, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Children usually face more risks than adults as their ability to sweat is less. Additionally, their larger skin surface in relation to their petite bodies and higher heat output due to their activities increases their vulnerability.
Evaporating sweat is a key way the human body dispels excessive warmth, all thanks to the process of perspiration. Relative humidity in excess curtails evaporation, therefore reducing heat dissipation from the body, leading to feelings of excess heat. As the body accumulates more heat than it can release, body temperature goes up, increasing the risk of heat-related health issues.

Humidity

The least humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 47%.

Rainfall

In Achina, in January, it is raining for 6.3 days, with typically 8mm (0.31") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Achina, there are 253.1 rainfall days, and 1279mm (50.35") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Achina, the average length of the day in January is 11h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 18:28. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 18:40 WAT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are January and December, with an average of 9.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Achina, Nigeria, are January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in January translates into this advice:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.