January weather forecastMatam, Senegal
January
Weather in January
As the new year begins, Matam experiences temperatures ranging from 19.4°C (66.9°F) to 32.5°C (90.5°F). The weather this month is known for its refreshing breeze, making outdoor activities enjoyable. Matam is marked by clear skies in January and optimal visibility, offering sightseers unobstructed views of the city's landmarks. Sunshine duration equates to that in December, bearing approximately 9.7 hours daily. Compared with February, the weather remains relatively stable with similar temperature and humidity ranges.Temperature
January, with its high-temperature average of 32.5°C (90.5°F) and a low-temperature average of 19.4°C (66.9°F), is the coldest month.Humidity
In January, the average relative humidity in Matam, Senegal, is 14%.Rainfall
In Matam, Senegal, rain does not fall in January, February, November and December.Daylight
The average length of the day in January is 11h and 19min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:19 and sunset at 18:32. On the last day of January, in Matam, sunrise is at 07:22 and sunset at 18:49 GMT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in January is 9.7h.UV index
In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Matam is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests these recommendations:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Matam, Senegal
- Average high temperature in January: 32.5°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (42.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°C).
- Average low temperature in January: 19.4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is October (29.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°C).
Average pressure in January
Matam, Senegal
- Average pressure in January: 1013.8mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1008.6mbar).
Average wind speed in January
Matam, Senegal
- Average wind speed in January: 16.3km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (17.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (12.3km/h).
Average humidity in January
Matam, Senegal
- Average humidity in January: 14%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (47%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (13%).
Average rainfall in January
Matam, Senegal
- Average rainfall in January: 0mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (57mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, November and December (0mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Matam, Senegal
- Average rainfall days in January: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (10.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and December (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Matam, Senegal
- Average daylight in January: 11h and 18min
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 12min).
- Average sunshine in January: 9h and 42min
The months with the most sunshine are March, April, May, June and October (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in January
Matam, Senegal
- Average sunshine days in January: 30.9 days
The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (18.3 days).
Average UV index in January
Matam, Senegal
- Average UV index in January: 7
The months with the highest UV index are April and May (UV index 9).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in January
Matam, Senegal
- Average cloud cover in January: 14
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 6).
Average visibility in January
Matam, 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).
