January weather forecastOndo, Nigeria

Weather in January

Ondo city welcomes the New Year with a relatively dry weather, signifying a break from the wet season. Shifting winds contribute to weather dynamics, with a moderate wind speed of 4.5km/h (2.8mph) on average, reaching the maximum at 5.1km/h (3.2mph) and gusting up to 6.6km/h (4.1mph). It is a month known for its clear days, enabling locals and visitors to enjoy sunshine for an impressive 20.7 days of the month. The lower humidity levels make for a pleasant outdoor experience during daylight hours, which last an average of 11.8 hours daily. In comparison to February, January boasts cooler temperatures, lesser rainfall and lower humidity.

Temperature

January is the month when Ondo experiences its warmest temperatures, averaging a high of 36.5°C (97.7°F) and a low of 20.7°C (69.3°F).

Heat index

January's average heat index is computed to be a blazing hot 48°C (118.4°F). Stay mindful: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Heatstroke could follow extended physical effort.
Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. Under direct sunshine, the heat index values might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. This effect is subjective, differing among individuals based on their physical activity and perception of heat, which can be influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. 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 highly important for children. Kids often lack the knowledge about the necessity to take breaks and consume liquids. Thirst, as a late symptom of dehydration, necessitates the maintenance of hydration, particularly during enduring physical activities.
One of the main methods the human body employs to cool down is by perspiring, as this process allows sweat to evaporate and remove excess heat. An increase in relative humidity hinders the body's normal cooling function by reducing evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of body cooling and enhancing the sense of warmth. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Ondo, Nigeria, in January, it is raining for 7.4 days, with typically 12mm (0.47") of accumulated precipitation. In Ondo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 267.7 days and collects up to 1122mm (44.17") of precipitation.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 11h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 18:35. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:59 and sunset at 18:48 WAT.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 9.6h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 7 in January leads to these guidelines:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. 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. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.