January weather forecast
Obadan, Nigeria

January, the same as December, is another sweltering winter month in Obadan, Nigeria, with an average temperature ranging between min 22.1°C (71.8°F) and max 36.3°C (97.3°F).

Temperature

The average temperatures reach their apex in January, averaging 36.3°C (97.3°F) at the high end and 22.1°C (71.8°F) at the low end.

Heat index

Throughout January, the heat index is evaluated at a burning hot 49°C (120.2°F). Mind: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are anticipated. Heatstroke can develop with continued physical activity.
Remember that heat index calculations are made for conditions in the shade with light wind. Exposure to unobstructed sunshine could lead to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is the result of factoring in humidity to the air temperature, indicating perceived warmth. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. One's exposure to direct sunlight has the potential to intensify the heat sensation, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young ones often do not realize the necessity to rest and replenish their fluids. Thirst is a delayed indication of dehydration - keeping hydrated, particularly in prolonged physical activity, is crucial.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects 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. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 60%, January is the least humid month in Obadan.

Rainfall

In Obadan, during January, the rain falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 13mm (0.51") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Obadan, Nigeria, there are 273.5 rainfall days, and 1188mm (46.77") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Obadan, the average length of the day in January is 11h and 48min.
On the first day of January in Obadan, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 18:32. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:54 and sunset at 18:45 WAT.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Obadan is 9.3h.

UV index

January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Obadan. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, an average UV index of 7 transforms into the following instructions:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.