January weather forecastRufisque, Senegal

January

Weather in January

Rufisque reels in its warm spell right from the start of the year. January registers a slight dip in temperatures compared with the hotter following months, nevertheless, there is an abundance of sunshine. The wind speed reaches 21.6km/h (13.4mph), gusting up to a considerable 36.2km/h (22.5mph). Predictably, precipitation is sparing, with almost no rainfall, colloquially earning it the tag of 'The Thirsty Month'. With clear skies and low humidity, Rufisque orchestrates an inviting climate in January.

Temperature

The start of January marks an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.3°C (82.9°F), hardly distinguishable from the conditions in December. The average low-temperature, in January, is an agreeable 21.3°C (70.3°F).

Heat index

In January, the heat index is estimated at 28°C (82.4°F). Constant exposure and activity lead to possible fatigue. Prolonged exercise may result in heat cramps.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. 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 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Children regularly disregard the necessity to rest and replenish fluids. Thirst is a late symptom of dehydration - thus, maintaining hydration, particularly during long-lasting physical activities, is essential.

Humidity

The least humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 45%.

Rainfall

In Rufisque, rain does not fall in January through March and December.

Daylight

In Rufisque, the average length of the day in January is 11h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:34 and sunset at 18:50. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 07:37 and sunset at 19:07 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 9.7h.

UV index

January through April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.

Updated: Jul 16, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

In Rufisque, in January, the average high-temperature is 28.3°C (82.9°F), and the average low-temperature is 21.3°C (70.3°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in January is estimated at 28°C (82.4°F).

With an average relative humidity of 45%, January is the least humid month.

The average relative humidity in January is 45%.

January through March and December are months without rainfall in Rufisque.

The average day length in January is 11h and 22min.

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:34 and sunset at 18:50. On the last day of the month, in Rufisque, Senegal, sunrise is at 07:37 and sunset at 19:07 GMT.

The average sunshine duration in January is 9.7h.

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

In Rufisque, Senegal, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year January F M A M J J A S O N D

Dec

January

Feb

Average high temperature

29.7°C

28.3°C

27.5°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

21.8km/h

22.4km/h

24km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

30.4

30.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

13%

12%

Average visibility

10km

Average temperature in January
Rufisque, Senegal

Average high temperature in January: 28.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (31.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is April (27.3°C).

Average low temperature in January: 21.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (27.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (20.4°C).

Average pressure in January
Rufisque, Senegal

Average pressure in January: 1013.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1011.2mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Rufisque, Senegal

Average wind speed in January: 21.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (23.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (13.5km/h).

Average humidity in January
Rufisque, Senegal

Average humidity in January: 45%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (45%).

Average rainfall in January
Rufisque, Senegal

Average rainfall in January: 0mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (73mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, March and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Rufisque, Senegal

Average rainfall days in January: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.2 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Rufisque, 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: 8h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Rufisque, 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 (13.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Rufisque, Senegal

Average UV index in January: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in January
Rufisque, Senegal

Average cloud cover in January: 13

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in January
Rufisque, 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).