January weather forecast
Kuto, Nigeria

January, the same as December, is another sweltering winter month in Kuto, Nigeria, with an average temperature ranging between max 37°C (98.6°F) and min 22.5°C (72.5°F).

Temperature

January proves to be the warmest month, recording an average peak temperature of 37°C (98.6°F) and a minimum temperature of 22.5°C (72.5°F).

Heat index

During January, the heat index is evaluated at a blazing hot 49°C (120.2°F). Forewarned: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are anticipated. Ongoing physical activity increases the likelihood of heatstroke.
In reference to the heat index, it's for places in shade and with a slight wind. The heat index has the potential to rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sunshine exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for 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.
Perspiring is the body's way of cooling down, particularly by allowing sweat to evaporate and take the heat with it. Heightened relative humidity interferes with the body's usual cooling mechanism by reducing evaporation, subsequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and increasing the sensation of heat. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.

Humidity

The least humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 56%.

Rainfall

In Kuto, during January, the rain falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 12mm (0.47") of precipitation. In Kuto, during the entire year, the rain falls for 242.8 days and collects up to 893mm (35.16") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 11h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:58 and sunset at 18:41. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 07:05 and sunset at 18:54 WAT.

Sunshine

In Kuto, the average sunshine in January is 9.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.