January weather forecast
Ejigbo, Nigeria

January, like December, in Ejigbo, Nigeria, is another fiery hot winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 36.4°C (97.5°F) and an average low of 20.7°C (69.3°F).

Temperature

With the onset of January, the average high-temperature registers at a still very hot 36.4°C (97.5°F), subtly different from December's 35.5°C (95.9°F). A considerable shift from the daytime highs is observed during January nights, with an average low of 20.7°C (69.3°F).

Heat index

January's mean heat index is calculated to be a scorching 40°C (104°F). Take more preventive steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is elevated. Long activity may culminate in heatstroke.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. 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 primarily vital for children. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.
The innate cooling system of the human body revolves around perspiration, with the evaporation of sweat being central to this process. Increased relative humidity slows down evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of heat removal from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. When body temperature rises due to an imbalance in heat gain, there's a potential for dehydration and overheating.

Humidity

The least humid month in Ejigbo is January, with an average relative humidity of 41%.

Rainfall

In Ejigbo, in January, during 4.2 rainfall days, 6mm (0.24") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ejigbo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 237.8 days and collects up to 890mm (35.04") of precipitation.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 11h and 43min.
On the first day of January in Ejigbo, Nigeria, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 18:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:02 and sunset at 18:49 WAT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine in Ejigbo are January and December, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Ejigbo are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during January morphs into the following directions:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.