January weather forecastFalaba, Sierra Leone

January weather for Falaba, Sierra Leone: January is the least humid month in Falaba, Sierra Leone, with an average relative humidity of 38%. In Falaba, during January, the rain falls for 1.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 4mm (0.16") of precipitation.

January

Weather in January

January displays lower temperatures, relative humidity, and rainfall compared to what is observed in February. Despite this, adequate daylight hours of 11.6 and 9.8 of those filled with sunshine, make Falaba, Sierra Leone a delightful place for those who love warm, sunny days. These conditions contribute to a UV index of 7, requiring caution under the sun. Slight winds rustle the air, and the extended visibility gives panoramic views of the landscape. This month experiences the lowest rainfall of the year at 4mm (0.16") and rain falling on just 1.9 days on average.

Temperature

Falaba's shift from December to January is accompanied by an average high-temperature of a still tropical 34.5°C (94.1°F), a slight deviation from 31.8°C (89.2°F). Falaba sees a major change from daytime highs, with the nighttime temperature dipping to a refreshing 17.8°C (64°F) on average during January.

Humidity

January is the least humid month in Falaba, Sierra Leone, with an average relative humidity of 38%.

Rainfall

In Falaba, during January, the rain falls for 1.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 4mm (0.16") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Falaba, Sierra Leone, there are 214.8 rainfall days, and 1239mm (48.78") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 11h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:01 and sunset at 18:35. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 07:07 and sunset at 18:49 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Falaba is 9.8h.

UV index

January through April, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Falaba. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during January translates into these guidelines:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.

Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature, in January, in Falaba, is 34.5°C (94.1°F), while the average low-temperature is 17.8°C (64°F).

January is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 38%.

In January, the average relative humidity in Falaba, Sierra Leone, is 38%.

In Falaba, during January, the rain falls for 1.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 4mm (0.16") of precipitation.

The average day length in January is 11h and 37min.

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:01 and sunset at 18:35. On the last day of the month, in Falaba, sunrise is at 07:07 and sunset at 18:49 GMT.

In January, the average sunshine duration in Falaba is 9.8h.

January through April, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Falaba.

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
Falaba, Sierra Leone

  • Average high temperature in January: 34.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (38°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (26.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 17.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (22°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (17.3°C).

Average pressure in January
Falaba, Sierra Leone

  • Average pressure in January: 1012mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014.2mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are March and April (1010.5mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Falaba, Sierra Leone

  • Average wind speed in January: 6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (3.9km/h).

Average humidity in January
Falaba, Sierra Leone

  • Average humidity in January: 38%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (38%).

Average rainfall in January
Falaba, Sierra Leone

  • Average rainfall in January: 4mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (227mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Falaba, Sierra Leone

  • Average rainfall days in January: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (30.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.9 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Falaba, Sierra Leone

  • Average daylight in January: 11h and 36min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 9h and 48min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Falaba, Sierra Leone

  • Average sunshine days in January: 28.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (28.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (0.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Falaba, Sierra Leone

  • Average UV index in January: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March and April (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in January
Falaba, Sierra Leone

  • Average cloud cover in January: 11

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 85).
The months with the least cloud cover are January, February and December (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in January
Falaba, Sierra Leone

  • Average visibility in January: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are August and September (5km).