January weather forecastAmaimo, Nigeria

Weather in January

January, like December, in Amaimo, Nigeria, is a very hot winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.2°C (97.2°F) and 22.5°C (72.5°F).

Temperature

Amaimo records an average high-temperature of a still torrid 36.2°C (97.2°F) in January, closely mirroring the climate of the previous month. With a notable difference from peak temperatures, an average of 22.5°C (72.5°F) marks the nights in January.

Heat index

The heat index in January is appraised at a life-threatening hot 46°C (114.8°F). Caution: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are expected. Sustained activity could lead to heatstroke.
Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is a numerical representation of warmth when taking temperature and moisture levels into account. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
Sweat evaporation, driven by perspiration, is the method the human body uses to rid itself of excessive warmth. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 9.2 days. Throughout January, 18mm (0.71") of precipitation is accumulated. In Amaimo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 267.9 days and collects up to 1649mm (64.92") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Amaimo is 11h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 18:28. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 18:41 WAT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Amaimo are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.