January weather forecast
Koussanar, Senegal

January

Weather in January

In Koussanar, January is part of the dry season. This deposits a calm atmosphere on the city, perfect for any outdoor activities. The consistency in weather can be attributed to the steady pressure readings; January sees an average pressure of 1012.1mbar (29.89inHg). It also offers the perfect time to explore, with fewer clouds prohibiting visibility and wind speeds that are not a cause for concern. Prepare to experience occasional gusts of wind, which can reach 21.1km/h (13.1mph), bringing a cool relief to the otherwise warm days.

Temperature

Koussanar, Senegal, commences January with an average high-temperature of a still very hot 35.9°C (96.6°F), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. During January, Koussanar detects a significant contrast from its daytime temperatures, with nights averaging at a refreshing 19.1°C (66.4°F).

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 14%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

January, February and December are months without rainfall.

Daylight

In Koussanar, the average length of the day in January is 11h and 25min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 07:19 and sunset at 18:39. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:23 and sunset at 18:55 GMT.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 9.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Koussanar are January, February, July through September and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 7 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Koussanar in January?
The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 35.9°C (96.6°F) and 19.1°C (66.4°F) respectively.
What are the least humid months?
January and February, with an average relative humidity of 14%, are the least humid months.
What is the average humidity in January?
The average relative humidity in January in Koussanar is 14%.
What is the driest month?
January, February and December are months without rainfall.
What is the average length of the day in January?
In January, the average day length is 11h and 25min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Koussanar?
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 07:19 and sunset at 18:39. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:23 and sunset at 18:55 GMT.
How long on average sun shines in January?
In Koussanar, the average sunshine duration in January is 9.7h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Koussanar?
January, February, July through September and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index.
What is the UV index intensity in January?
In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average wind speed
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Average visibility
Average temperature in January
Koussanar, Senegal
  • Average high temperature in January: 35.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (42.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (33°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 19.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is June (27.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.1°C).

Average pressure in January
Koussanar, Senegal
  • Average pressure in January: 1012.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1008.5mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Koussanar, Senegal
  • Average wind speed in January: 12.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (12.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (7.8km/h).

Average humidity in January
Koussanar, Senegal
  • Average humidity in January: 14%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (14%).

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (149mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Koussanar, Senegal
  • Average rainfall days in January: 0 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Koussanar, Senegal
  • Average daylight in January: 11h and 2min

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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Koussanar, 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 (6.8 days).

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

The months with the highest UV index are March, April, May, June, October and November (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, July, August, September and December (UV index 7).

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

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 6).

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

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

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