January weather forecastGossas, Senegal
January
Weather in January
January experiences a dramatic drop in temperature in Gossas, Senegal, from highs in December of 37.3°C (99.1°F) to lows of 18.3°C (64.9°F). This month tends to have a drier climate, making it ideal for sightseeing and exploring the city's outdoor attractions. Balanced with the modest duration of daylight, the weather offers favorable conditions for socializing and participating in outdoor events. Breezy conditions prevail, resulting in a comfortable environment with above-average visibility. The month is also characterized by relatively fewer rainy days, indicating a predominant dry spell.Temperature
Transitioning into January, Gossas records an average high-temperature of a still very hot 35°C (95°F), almost identical to December's 35.2°C (95.4°F). Significant dips from daytime highs mark the January nights, with a consistent average temperature of 18.3°C (64.9°F).Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 18%, January is the least humid month.Rainfall
In Gossas, rain does not fall in January, February and December.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day is 11h and 23min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 07:28 and sunset at 18:46. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:32 and sunset at 19:02 GMT.
Sunshine
In Gossas, the average sunshine in January is 9.7h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, July, August, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index 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:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Gossas, Senegal
- Average high temperature in January: 35°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (41.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (34°C).
- Average low temperature in January: 18.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (25.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°C).
Average pressure in January
Gossas, Senegal
- Average pressure in January: 1013.1mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1010.2mbar).
Average wind speed in January
Gossas, Senegal
- Average wind speed in January: 14.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (15.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (9.5km/h).
Average humidity in January
Gossas, Senegal
- Average humidity in January: 18%
The month with the highest relative humidity is September (70%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (18%).
Average rainfall in January
Gossas, Senegal
- Average rainfall in January: 0mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (121mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and December (0mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Gossas, Senegal
- Average rainfall days in January: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (0.1 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Gossas, Senegal
- Average daylight in January: 11h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in January: 9h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in January
Gossas, 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 (10 days).
Average UV index in January
Gossas, Senegal
- Average UV index in January: 7
The months with the highest UV index are April, May, June, September and October (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, July, August, November and December (UV index 7).
Average cloud cover in January
Gossas, Senegal
- Average cloud cover in January: 13
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 6).
Average visibility in January
Gossas, Senegal
- Average visibility in January: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
