January weather forecastAwkuzu, Nigeria

Weather in January

January in Awkuzu, Nigeria, is a sweltering winter month, 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

As January unfolds, the average high-temperature reaches a torrid 35.9°C (96.6°F), hinting at a slight fluctuation from the previous month. Awkuzu's January nights cool down significantly from the day's heat, to an average low-temperature of 22.4°C (72.3°F).

Heat index

The heat index in January is estimated at a scorching 42°C (107.6°F). More safety actions are required, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Long-term activity may precipitate heatstroke.
Remember that heat index calculations are made for conditions in the shade with light wind. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. This effect tends to be personal, with the weather perception differing among individuals due to variations in body mass, height, and exertion. 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 particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. Augmented relative humidity impedes typical body cooling mechanisms by lowering the evaporation rate, resulting in decreased body cooling and an amplified perception of heat. Increasing body temperatures can be a precursor to dehydration if the body can't shed the extra heat.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Awkuzu, during January, the rain falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 8mm (0.31") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 253.1 rainfall days, and 1279mm (50.35") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Awkuzu is 11h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 18:28. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:49 and sunset at 18:41 WAT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Awkuzu are January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 7 in January translates into the following instructions:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.