January weather forecastZiguinchor, Senegal

January

Weather in January

Known for its dry conditions, January in Ziguinchor, Senegal, brings ideal weather for outdoor activities. Regarded as a sun-soaked month, beachgoers flock to the coast to experience steady temperatures and near continuous sunshine. However, beach visitors must stay sun safe, with a UV index reaching a high of 10 units. A slight increase in temperatures is observed from this month to February. Furthermore, January's conditions set the stage for the absence of precipitation observed in the upcoming months.

Temperature

A minor adjustment in Ziguinchor's average high-temperature is noted with the start of January, touching a still hot 33°C (91.4°F) from December's 32°C (89.6°F). Throughout January nights, a significant departure from daytime temperatures, with an average low of 16°C (60.8°F), is recognized in Ziguinchor.

Rainfall

January through April are months without rainfall in Ziguinchor.

Sea temperature

In January, the average sea temperature in Ziguinchor is 24.2°C (75.6°F).
Note: A person's cold intolerance, with sunshine, wind, and air temperature, are essential factors for enjoying swimming in 24.2°C (75.6°F) water. (FYI: The Olympic swimming competition requires a water temperature between 25°C (77°F) and 28°C (82.4°F).)

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Ziguinchor is 11h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:26 and sunset at 18:50. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 07:30 and sunset at 19:06 GMT.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Ziguinchor is 8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 10. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 10 in January transforms into this advice:
Take important precautions because unprotected skin can burn and be harmed swiftly. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Following every swim or outdoor workout, a sunscreen with an SPF of not less than 30 should be liberally applied and re-applied frequently, even on overcast days. Heed this! UV intensity is much stronger when reflected off sand and water.

Updated: Jan 26, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in January, in Ziguinchor, records 33°C (91.4°F), while the low-temperature is 16°C (60.8°F).

In Ziguinchor, rain does not fall in January through April.

In January, in Ziguinchor, Senegal, it doesn't rain. December is the latest month when it rains.

In Ziguinchor, the average seawater temperature in January is 24.2°C (75.6°F). A person's cold intolerance, with sunshine, wind, and air temperature, are essential factors for enjoying swimming in 24.2°C (75.6°F) water.

In Ziguinchor, Senegal, the average day length in January is 11h and 29min.

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 07:26 and sunset at 18:50. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:30 and sunset at 19:06 GMT.

In Ziguinchor, the average sunshine duration in January is 8h.

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Ziguinchor, Senegal, is 10. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Average temperature in January
Ziguinchor, Senegal

Average high temperature in January: 33°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (37°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (31°C).

Average low temperature in January: 16°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are June, July, August, September and October (23°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16°C).

Average rainfall in January
Ziguinchor, Senegal

Average rainfall in January: 0mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (446mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, March and April (0mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Ziguinchor, Senegal

Average rainfall days in January: 0 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January, February, March, April and December (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Ziguinchor, Senegal

Average sea temperature in January: 24.2°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is October (28.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (22.6°C).

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

Average daylight in January: 11h and 30min

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 24min).

Average sunshine in January: 8h

The months with the most sunshine are February, March, April, May and November (Average sunshine: 9h).
The months with the least sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 6h).

Average UV index in January
Ziguinchor, Senegal

Average UV index in January: 10

The months with the highest UV index are February, March, April, May, June, July, August and September (UV index 12).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 9).