January weather forecastEkwe, Nigeria

January

Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another fiery hot winter month in Ekwe, Nigeria, with an average temperature varying between 22.3°C (72.1°F) and 36°C (96.8°F).

Temperature

Ekwe witnesses its peak temperatures during January and February, when the average high-temperature reaches 36°C (96.8°F).

Heat index

For January, the heat index is appraised at a blazing hot 45°C (113°F). Observe: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke is on the horizon with prolonged exertion.
Consider that heat index readings are for situations in the shade and light wind. When under direct sunshine, the heat index may be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
Perspiration is essential for the human body; it facilitates cooling through the process of sweat evaporation. When relative humidity is on the rise, it curtails evaporation, thereby reducing the heat elimination from the body and causing the feeling of being excessively hot. Rising body temperatures due to excess heat retention could signify impending heat disorders.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Ekwe, Nigeria, in January, during 10.1 rainfall days, 15mm (0.59") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ekwe, during the entire year, the rain falls for 283.6 days and collects up to 1467mm (57.76") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Ekwe, the average length of the day in January is 11h and 50min.
On the first day of January in Ekwe, 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 Ekwe, the average sunshine in January 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 estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 7 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Stand by precautions and apply sun safety measures. Evading sunburn is of great importance. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.

Updated: Jan 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The highest point of temperatures in Ekwe, Nigeria, falls in January and February, when the average high-temperature ascends to 36°C (96.8°F).

In Ekwe, 36°C (96.8°F) is the average high-temperature and 22.3°C (72.1°F) is the average low-temperature during January. In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 45°C (113°F).

January is the least humid month in Ekwe, Nigeria, with an average relative humidity of 53%.

In Ekwe, the average relative humidity in January is 53%.

In January, in Ekwe, Nigeria, the rain falls for 10.1 days. Throughout January, 15mm (0.59") of precipitation is accumulated.

In Ekwe, the average day length in January is 11h and 50min.

On the first day of January in Ekwe, 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 Ekwe, the average sunshine duration in January is 9.5h.

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

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Ekwe, Nigeria, is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

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
Ekwe, 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
Ekwe, 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
Ekwe, 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
Ekwe, 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
Ekwe, 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
Ekwe, 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
Ekwe, Nigeria

Average daylight in January: 11h and 48min

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 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
Ekwe, 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
Ekwe, 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
Ekwe, 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
Ekwe, 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).