January weather forecast
Bandiworo, Sierra Leone

January, like December, is another hot winter month in Bandiworo, Sierra Leone, with temperature in the range of an average high of 33.8°C (92.8°F) and an average low of 17.6°C (63.7°F).

Temperature

During January, Bandiworo records an average high-temperature of a still hot 33.8°C (92.8°F), marking a slight divergence from December's 31.4°C (88.5°F). A considerable shift from the daytime highs is observed during January nights, with an average low of 17.6°C (63.7°F).

Heat index

January's average heat index is evaluated at a very hot 38°C (100.4°F). Exercise extra preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible. Continuous activity could result in heatstroke.
It is important to note that the heat index values are for shaded areas and light wind scenarios. 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 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. One must note that being under the direct sun can escalate the heat's effects, with the heat index possibly rising by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Young ones regularly neglect the requirement for rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late stage of dehydration - so, it is necessary to keep hydrated, particularly during extended periods of physical exertion.
The body's self-cooling mechanism is rooted in perspiration, where evaporating sweat cools down excessive warmth. Higher relative humidity impedes evaporation, thus reducing heat dispersion from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.

Humidity

The least humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 49%.

Rainfall

In Bandiworo, in January, it is raining for 3.3 days, with typically 8mm (0.31") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Bandiworo, there are 252.4 rainfall days, and 1704mm (67.09") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 11h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 18:34. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 07:01 and sunset at 18:48 GMT.

Sunshine

With an average of 9.8h of sunshine, January has the most sunshine of the year in Bandiworo.

UV index

January through March, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during January morphs into the following directions:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.