January weather forecastOkwele, Nigeria
January weather for Okwele, Nigeria: January, the same as December, is another fiery hot winter month in Okwele, Nigeria, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.3°C (72.1°F) and 36°C (96.8°F). The least humid month in Okwele is January, with an average relative humidity of 53%.
January
Weather in January
January, the same as December, is another fiery hot winter month in Okwele, Nigeria, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.3°C (72.1°F) and 36°C (96.8°F).Temperature
The warmest period, with an average high-temperature of 36°C (96.8°F), falls in January and February.Heat index
January's heat index is estimated at a life-threatening hot 45°C (113°F). Vigilance: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely. The likelihood of heatstroke increases with continued activity.It is noted that heat index values are ascertained for locations in the shade and with gentle breezes. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Keep in mind that direct sunshine exposure can amplify the weather's effects, possibly increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
To offset high temperatures, the human body releases sweat which, upon evaporation, cools it down. When there is an excess of moisture in the atmosphere, the efficiency of the evaporation process is lessened, leading to less efficient body cooling and a sensation of overheating. Accumulating heat beyond the body's cooling measures leads to rising temperatures and potential ailments.
Humidity
The least humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 53%.Rainfall
In Okwele, in January, it is raining for 10.1 days, with typically 15mm (0.59") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Okwele, there are 283.6 rainfall days, and 1467mm (57.76") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in January in Okwele, Nigeria, is 11h and 50min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 18:28. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 18:40 WAT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in January in Okwele, Nigeria, 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 in Okwele. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: An average UV index of 7 in January transforms into this advice:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Okwele, 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
Okwele, 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
Okwele, 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
Okwele, 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
Okwele, 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
Okwele, 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
Okwele, Nigeria
- Average daylight in January: 11h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
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
Okwele, 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
Okwele, 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
Okwele, 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
Okwele, 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).
