Contents
- Weather in January
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in January
- Average pressure in January
- Average wind speed in January
- Average humidity in January
- Average rainfall in January
- Average rainfall days in January
- Average daylight in January
- Average sunshine in January
- Average sunshine days in January
- Average UV index in January
- Average cloud cover in January
- Average visibility in January
January
Weather in January
Temperature
Eket, Nigeria, registers the highest average temperatures during the month of January, with peaks of 32.8°C (91°F) and lows of 24.6°C (76.3°F).Heat index
January's average heat index is estimated at an extremely hot 44°C (111.2°F). Vigilance: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely. The likelihood of heatstroke increases with continued activity.When considering the heat index, it's pivotal to note it is for shade and mild wind conditions. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Juveniles are regularly less conscious of the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a tardy symptom of dehydration - hydration, especially during lengthy physical activities, should be maintained.
To cool down, the human body relies on perspiration, a process where excessive heat is eliminated as sweat evaporates. Elevated relative humidity diminishes evaporation, thereby reducing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a feeling of being too warm. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.
Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 72%, January is the least humid month.Rainfall
In Eket, in January, during 18.8 rainfall days, 53mm (2.09") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 318.1 rainfall days, and 2162mm (85.12") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day is 11h and 53min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 18:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 18:39 WAT.
Sunshine
In January, the average sunshine in Eket is 9.4h.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 value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during January, leads to the following recommendations:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in January
Eket, Nigeria
- Average high temperature in January: 32.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (32.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (27.5°C).
- Average low temperature in January: 24.6°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is March (26.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (23.1°C).
Average pressure in January
Eket, Nigeria
- Average pressure in January: 1010.6mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1009.7mbar).
Average wind speed in January
Eket, Nigeria
- Average wind speed in January: 7.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (6.3km/h).
Average humidity in January
Eket, Nigeria
- Average humidity in January: 72%
The months with the highest relative humidity are July, August and September (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (72%).
Average rainfall in January
Eket, Nigeria
- Average rainfall in January: 53mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (401mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (46mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Eket, Nigeria
- Average rainfall days in January: 18.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (30.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (18.8 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Eket, Nigeria
- Average daylight in January: 11h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in January: 9h and 2min
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 42min).
Average sunshine days in January
Eket, Nigeria
- Average sunshine days in January: 8.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (8.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (0.1 days).
Average UV index in January
Eket, Nigeria
- Average UV index in January: 7
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in January
Eket, Nigeria
- Average cloud cover in January: 23
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 22).
Average visibility in January
Eket, Nigeria
- Average visibility in January: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (9km).
