January weather forecastAmucha, Nigeria

January

Weather in January

January, like December, in Amucha, Nigeria, is another fiery hot winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36°C (96.8°F) and 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Temperature

Temperatures reach their maximum during January and February, recording an average high-temperature of 36°C (96.8°F).

Heat index

January's mean heat index is appraised at a life-threatening hot 45°C (113°F). Keep alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke is a potential danger with continued physical activity.
The heat index's values are generally associated with conditions in shade and light breezes. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual's weather perception. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Kids frequently ignore the importance of taking a break and rehydrating. Thirst is a late symptom of dehydration - thus, it is crucial to stay hydrated, especially during long-lasting physical activities.
The body's natural response to excessive warmth is perspiration, as it allows for cooling through sweat evaporation. Under conditions of high temperature and humidity (enhanced heat index), sweat production is compromised, exacerbating the sensation of warmth. Accumulating heat beyond the body's cooling measures leads to rising temperatures and potential ailments.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 53%, January is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Amucha, during January, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 15mm (0.59") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Amucha, there are 283.6 rainfall days, and 1467mm (57.76") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Amucha is 11h and 50min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 18:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 18:41 WAT.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 9.5h.

UV index

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 7 in January leads to these guidelines:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.

Updated: Jan 25, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Peak temperatures in Amucha are observed in January and February, averaging a high-temperature of 36°C (96.8°F).

Amucha in January has an average high-temperature of 36°C (96.8°F) and an average low-temperature of 22.3°C (72.1°F). In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 45°C (113°F).

The least humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 53%.

In January, the average relative humidity is 53%.

In Amucha, in January, during 10.1 rainfall days, 15mm (0.59") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

The average day length in January in Amucha is 11h and 50min.

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 18:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 18:41 WAT.

In Amucha, the average sunshine duration in January is 9.5h.

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Amucha, Nigeria.

In Amucha, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Year January F M A M J J A S O N D

Dec

January

Feb

Average high temperature

35°C

36°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

6.9km/h

7.7km/h

8.4km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

19.8

18.2

7.4

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Amucha, Nigeria

Average high temperature in January: 36°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January and February (36°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (28.3°C).

Average low temperature in January: 22.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (25°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January, July and August (22.3°C).

Average pressure in January
Amucha, Nigeria

Average pressure in January: 1010.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.5mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1009.4mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Amucha, Nigeria

Average wind speed in January: 6.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (5.5km/h).

Average humidity in January
Amucha, Nigeria

Average humidity in January: 53%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and September (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (53%).

Average rainfall in January
Amucha, Nigeria

Average rainfall in January: 15mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (217mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (10mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Amucha, Nigeria

Average rainfall days in January: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (30.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (7.6 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Amucha, Nigeria

Average daylight in January: 11h and 48min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 48min).

Average sunshine in January: 9h and 30min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Amucha, Nigeria

Average sunshine days in January: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are September and October (0.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Amucha, Nigeria

Average UV index in January: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is August (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in January
Amucha, Nigeria

Average cloud cover in January: 19

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 78).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in January
Amucha, Nigeria

Average visibility in January: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February and March (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (6km).