January weather forecast
Binkolo, Sierra Leone

January's weather in Binkolo, Sierra Leone, is characterized by relatively high temperatures with slight variations between 19.8°C (67.6°F) and 35.4°C (95.7°F). The month tends to be drier, with a moderate level of humidity, offering visitors a great opportunity to explore the city without any discomfort of extreme conditions. The skies above tend to remain significantly less clouded compared to other months, resulting in longer hours of continuous, warm sunshine. The city experiences only a handful of rainy days and the winds remain light yet noticeable. It's an excellent month to experience the dry season.

Temperature

The onset of January manifests an average high-temperature of a torrid 35.4°C (95.7°F), demonstrating a minor variation from the preceding month. Binkolo observes a dramatic plunge from daytime highs in January, settling at an average low-temperature of 19.8°C (67.6°F).

Heat index

During January, the heat index is evaluated at a life-threatening hot 45°C (113°F). Be prepared: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Continued activity may lead to heatstroke.
Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Children often miss understanding the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst usually appears late during dehydration - therefore, maintaining hydration, particularly during long physical activities, is essential.
For the human body, perspiration is the go-to method to regulate temperature, using sweat's evaporation to dissipate warmth. High relative humidity reduces the evaporation rate, resulting in a lower heat removal rate from the body, causing the perception of being overheated. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 58%.

Rainfall

In Binkolo, in January, it is raining for 2.2 days, with typically 4mm (0.16") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Binkolo, Sierra Leone, there are 225.8 rainfall days, and 1471mm (57.91") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 11h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:02 and sunset at 18:39. On the last day of January, in Binkolo, Sierra Leone, sunrise is at 07:08 and sunset at 18:53 GMT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Binkolo. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 7 in January translates into these instructions:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.