January weather forecastElele, Nigeria

January

Weather in January

January, like December, is a hot winter month in Elele, Nigeria, with temperature in the range of an average low of 22.8°C (73°F) and an average high of 32.8°C (91°F).

Temperature

January is the month when Elele, Nigeria, sees the highest average temperatures, with a high of 32.8°C (91°F) and a low of 22.8°C (73°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in January is calculated to be a blisteringly hot 43°C (109.4°F). Keep alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke is a potential danger with continued physical activity.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', unifies temperature and humidity readings to offer a comprehensive feel of warmth. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. Remember, direct sunlight exposure can heighten the heat impact and might increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.
The evaporation of sweat is a natural cooling mechanism of the human body, facilitated by perspiration. With a high level of moisture in the air, the evaporation process becomes less efficient, preventing the body from cooling down efficiently and resulting in a sensation of overheating. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.

Humidity

The least humid month in Elele is January, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 14.9 days. Throughout January, 65mm (2.56") of precipitation is accumulated. In Elele, during the entire year, the rain falls for 310.7 days and collects up to 2138mm (84.17") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Elele, the average length of the day in January is 11h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 18:31. On the last day of January, in Elele, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 18:43 WAT.

Sunshine

In Elele, the average sunshine in January is 9.4h.

UV index

January, February, April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 7 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.

Updated: Jan 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The warmest temperatures in Elele, Nigeria, occur during January, when averages reach a peak of 32.8°C (91°F) and a low of 22.8°C (73°F).

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 32.8°C (91°F) and a low-temperature of 22.8°C (73°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in January is calculated to be 43°C (109.4°F).

With an average relative humidity of 70%, January is the least humid month in Elele.

The average relative humidity in January is 70%.

In Elele, Nigeria, in January, during 14.9 rainfall days, 65mm (2.56") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In January, the average day length is 11h and 52min.

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 18:31. On the last day of the month, in Elele, Nigeria, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 18:43 WAT.

The average sunshine duration in January is 9.4h.

The months with the highest UV index in Elele, Nigeria, are January, February, April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Elele, Nigeria, is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unsafe 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

32°C

32.8°C

32.3°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

7.7km/h

8.4km/h

9.6km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

12.3

15.3

6.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

26%

35%

Average visibility

9km

Average temperature in January
Elele, 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 July (26.8°C).

Average low temperature in January: 22.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (24.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (21.8°C).

Average pressure in January
Elele, 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
Elele, Nigeria

Average wind speed in January: 7.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (9.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (6.3km/h).

Average humidity in January
Elele, Nigeria

Average humidity in January: 70%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and September (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (70%).

Average rainfall in January
Elele, Nigeria

Average rainfall in January: 65mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (293mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (45mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Elele, Nigeria

Average rainfall days in January: 14.9 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are August and October (30.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (14.9 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Elele, Nigeria

Average daylight in January: 11h and 54min

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 24min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Elele, Nigeria

Average sunshine days in January: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (0.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Elele, Nigeria

Average UV index in January: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, April, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in January
Elele, Nigeria

Average cloud cover in January: 26

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 78).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in January
Elele, Nigeria

Average visibility in January: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August, September and October (7km).