January weather forecastDibia, Sierra Leone

Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Dibia, Sierra Leone, is a hot winter month, with an average temperature varying between 31.4°C (88.5°F) and 24.1°C (75.4°F).

Temperature

Dibia's warmest weather arrives in January, when temperatures average a high of 31.4°C (88.5°F) and a low of 24.1°C (75.4°F).

Heat index

In January, the average heat index is computed to be a fiery hot 38°C (100.4°F). Undertake enhanced precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible risks. Continuous activity could trigger heatstroke.
It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. Take note that direct exposure to the sun can increase the felt temperature, possibly adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are particularly important for children. 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.
Sweat evaporation, driven by perspiration, is the method the human body uses to rid itself of excessive warmth. When the relative humidity is high, the evaporation rate is reduced. The warmth is removed from the body at a lower rate, causing the body to retain more heat than it would in dry air. Heat disorders may be on the horizon when body temperatures rise from inadequate heat management.

Humidity

The least humid month in Dibia, Sierra Leone, is January, with an average relative humidity of 68%.

Rainfall

In Dibia, in January, it is raining for 1.4 days, with typically 2mm (0.08") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 205.9 rainfall days, and 1507mm (59.33") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Dibia, the average length of the day in January is 11h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:06 and sunset at 18:42. On the last day of January, in Dibia, sunrise is at 07:12 and sunset at 18:56 GMT.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Dibia is 9.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Dibia, Sierra Leone, are January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. 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: The daily high UV index of 7 during January translates into the following recommendations:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.