January weather forecast
Bemposta, São Tomé and Príncipe

January in Bemposta, São Tomé and Príncipe, commences the new year with typically tropical conditions. Humidity and temperatures remain consistently high, contrasting with the windy conditions due to north-westerly trade winds. Despite some significant rainfall of 130mm (5.12"), there's a considerable amount of sunlight, offering pleasant weather for outdoor activities. The combination of sun, rain and balmy temps creates a vibrant verdant landscape. Visually, Bemposta is at its most striking, awash with lush greenery and exotic flora.

Temperature

The shift into January finds Bemposta at an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28°C (82.4°F), closely comparable to December's conditions. In Bemposta, nights during January observe an average temperature decrease to a still moderately hot 27°C (80.6°F).

Heat index

The heat index in January is estimated at a hot 32°C (89.6°F). Ongoing activity coupled with exposure often results in weariness and could induce heat cramps.
Know that the heat index computations account for shaded terrains and slight winds. A direct sunlight exposure may boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Bemposta is 77%.

Rainfall

In Bemposta, during January, the rain falls for 27.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 130mm (5.12") of precipitation. In Bemposta, São Tomé and Príncipe, during the entire year, the rain falls for 241.7 days and collects up to 1287mm (50.67") of precipitation.

Daylight

The months with the shortest days in Bemposta are January, November and December, with an average of 12h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 17:40. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 17:50 GMT.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Bemposta is 8.3h.

UV index

January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: During January, 7 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Stand by precautions and apply sun safety measures. Evading sunburn is of great importance. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.