January weather forecast
Bankassouk, Senegal

January

Weather in January

January, like December, is another tropical winter month in Bankassouk, Senegal, with an average temperature ranging between min 23.2°C (73.8°F) and max 30°C (86°F).

Temperature

Entering January, Bankassouk's average high-temperature reads a still tropical 30°C (86°F), indicating a close resemblance to the previous month's climate. In January, Bankassouk encounters an average low-temperature of 23.2°C (73.8°F) during the night.

Heat index

During January, the heat index is evaluated at a tropical 30°C (86°F). If one continues to be active during exposure, it might cause tiredness and subsequent heat cramps.
It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. The effect of weather is individual, with a variety of people experiencing it differently due to distinctions in body mass, height, and level of activity. Considering the impact of direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Young ones often ignore the need to take a break and drink fluids. Thirst is a late-stage symptom of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, particularly during extended physical activities, is crucial.

Humidity

The least humid month in Bankassouk is January, with an average relative humidity of 43%.

Rainfall

January and February are months without rainfall.

Daylight

In Bankassouk, the average length of the day in January is 11h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:28 and sunset at 18:52. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 07:32 and sunset at 19:07 GMT.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 9.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Bankassouk are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index in Bankassouk are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in January translates into this advice:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.

Frequently asked questions

Is it hot in Bankassouk during January?
An average high-temperature, in January, in Bankassouk, is 30°C (86°F) and the average low-temperature is 23.2°C (73.8°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in January is evaluated at 30°C (86°F).
What is the least humid month in Bankassouk?
January is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 43%.
What is the average humidity in January in Bankassouk?
In January, the average relative humidity in Bankassouk, Senegal, is 43%.
What is the driest month in Bankassouk?
In Bankassouk, rain does not fall in January and February.
Does it rain in Bankassouk in January?
In January, in Bankassouk, Senegal, it doesn't rain. December is the latest month when it rains.
What is the average length of the day in January in Bankassouk?
The average day length in January in Bankassouk, Senegal, is 11h and 29min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Bankassouk?
In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:28 and sunset at 18:52. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:32 and sunset at 19:07 GMT.
How many hours of sunshine does Bankassouk have in January?
The average sunshine duration in January in Bankassouk is 9.7h.
When is the highest UV index in Bankassouk?
January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Bankassouk, Senegal.
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Bankassouk?
January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Bankassouk, Senegal.
What is the UV index intensity in January in Bankassouk?
In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Bankassouk is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Bankassouk, Senegal
  • Average high temperature in January: 30°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is November (31.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is May (28.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 23.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (27.4°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and March (22.4°C).

Average pressure in January
Bankassouk, Senegal
  • Average pressure in January: 1012mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are June and July (1012.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1010.5mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Bankassouk, Senegal
  • Average wind speed in January: 17.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (18.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (12.4km/h).

Average humidity in January
Bankassouk, Senegal
  • Average humidity in January: 43%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (43%).

Average rainfall in January
Bankassouk, Senegal
  • Average rainfall in January: 0mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (238mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Bankassouk, Senegal
  • Average rainfall days in January: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (25.4 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (0.3 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Bankassouk, Senegal
  • Average daylight in January: 11h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 9h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are March, April and May (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Bankassouk, Senegal
  • Average sunshine days in January: 30.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (30.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (3.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Bankassouk, Senegal
  • Average UV index in January: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).

Average cloud cover in January
Bankassouk, Senegal
  • Average cloud cover in January: 12

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in January
Bankassouk, Senegal
  • Average visibility in January: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (9km).

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