January weather forecast
Tambacounda, Senegal

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Weather in January

Starting off the year, Tambacounda, Senegal experiences a drop in humidity from 16% to 14%. The winter air is relatively dry, with no rainfall to speak of and a low cloud cover of 12%. Clear skies prevail almost every day of the month providing 9.7 hours of sunshine, coupled with a UV index of 7, emphasizing the importance of sun protection for locals and visitors alike. The modest wind speed averages 12.6km/h (7.8mph) with gusts of 21.1km/h (13.1mph) hint towards chilly evenings. January tends to be cooler than the following month, hinting at a seasonal transition.

Temperature

Transitioning from December to January, Tambacounda observes an average high-temperature of a still torrid 35.9°C (96.6°F), differing subtly from the previous month. Tambacounda experiences a dramatic descent in temperature during January, with the average nighttime reading settling at a comfortable 19.1°C (66.4°F).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Tambacounda, Senegal, rain does not fall in January, February and December.

Daylight

In Tambacounda, Senegal, the average length of the day in January is 11h and 25min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:18 and sunset at 18:37. On the last day of January, in Tambacounda, sunrise is at 07:21 and sunset at 18:54 GMT.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 9.7h.

UV index

January, February, July through September and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 7 during January leads to these advisories:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Tambacounda in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Tambacounda, records 35.9°C (96.6°F), while the low-temperature is 19.1°C (66.4°F).

What is the least humid month in Tambacounda?

The months with the lowest humidity in Tambacounda, Senegal, are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 14%.

What is the average humidity in January in Tambacounda?

The average relative humidity in January is 14%.

What is the driest month in Tambacounda?

January, February and December are months without rainfall in Tambacounda, Senegal.

How many hours of daylight does Tambacounda have in January?

In January, the average day length in Tambacounda is 11h and 25min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Tambacounda?

On the first day of January in Tambacounda, Senegal, sunrise is at 07:18 and sunset at 18:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:21 and sunset at 18:54 GMT.

How many hours of sunshine does Tambacounda have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Tambacounda, Senegal, is 9.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Tambacounda?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, July through September and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

What is the UV index reading in January in Tambacounda?

In Tambacounda, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Tambacounda, Senegal

Average temperature in January - Tambacounda, 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).

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Average pressure in January
Tambacounda, Senegal

Average pressure in January - Tambacounda, 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).

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Average wind speed in January
Tambacounda, Senegal

Average wind speed in January - Tambacounda, 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).

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Average humidity in January
Tambacounda, Senegal

Average humidity in January - Tambacounda, 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%).

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Average rainfall in January
Tambacounda, Senegal

Average rainfall in January - Tambacounda, 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).

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Average rainfall days in January
Tambacounda, Senegal

Average rainfall days in January - Tambacounda, 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).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Tambacounda, Senegal

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Tambacounda, 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).

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Average sunshine days in January
Tambacounda, Senegal

Average sunshine days in January - Tambacounda, 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).

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Average UV index in January
Tambacounda, Senegal

Average UV index in January - Tambacounda, 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).

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Average cloud cover in January
Tambacounda, Senegal

Average cloud cover in January - Tambacounda, 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).

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Average visibility in January
Tambacounda, Senegal

Average visibility in January - Tambacounda, 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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