January weather forecast
Calabar, Nigeria

Commencing the year, Nigeria's city Calabar encounters tropical Weather. The sun blazes high, with an average sea temperature reaching 27.8°C (82°F). Notably, the Weather becomes less appealing due to the high humidity of 69%. The propensity of rainfall forecasted is also significantly low. As such, the calm setting amidst occasional bouts of rainfall characterizes the January Weather in Calabar, Nigeria.

Temperature

Calabar registers the highest average temperatures during the month of January, with peaks of 35.2°C (95.4°F) and lows of 23.8°C (74.8°F).

Heat index

During January, the heat index is calculated to be a blazing hot 50°C (122°F). Attention: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are anticipated. Prolonged effort can result in heatstroke.
From a standpoint of the heat index, values pertain to shaded conditions and mild breezes. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. It is noteworthy that being in direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Kids frequently fail to realize the necessity for resting and hydrating. Thirst is an advanced indication of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, especially during extended physical activities, becomes essential.
When the body gets too warm, it perspires, leading to sweat evaporation which cools it down. In the presence of abundant moisture in the atmosphere, the cooling process through evaporation is hindered, causing the body to feel excessively warm. Potential thermal conditions emerge as the body's heat gain outpaces its cooling mechanisms.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 69%, January is the least humid month in Calabar.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 14.4 days. Throughout January, 38mm (1.5") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Calabar, Nigeria, there are 287.4 rainfall days, and 1897mm (74.69") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Calabar, the average seawater temperature in January is 27.8°C (82°F).
Note: For activities in the water such as swimming or diving, temperatures from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) are considered optimal for prolonged enjoyment without discomfort.

Daylight

In Calabar, Nigeria, the average length of the day in January is 11h and 52min.
On the first day of January in Calabar, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 18:37 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 9.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index 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 hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 7 during January translates into the following directions:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Attention! The combination of sand and water reflections enhances UV ray intensity.