January weather forecast
Fangamadu, Sierra Leone

January, like December, is another tropical winter month in Fangamadu, Sierra Leone, with an average temperature varying between 17.6°C (63.7°F) and 33.8°C (92.8°F).

Temperature

Fangamadu's average high-temperature in January is a still hot 33.8°C (92.8°F), marking an insignificant difference from the 31.4°C (88.5°F) of December. In January, the nighttime temperature plummets remarkably from the daily apex to a steady average of 17.6°C (63.7°F).

Heat index

Throughout January, the heat index is computed to be a torrid 38°C (100.4°F). Adopt extra safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. If directly exposed to the sun, the heat index could rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. One's exposure to direct sunlight has the potential to intensify the heat sensation, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Young ones often disregard the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst usually indicates advanced dehydration - hence, it is key to stay hydrated, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
Perspiration is essential for the human body; it facilitates cooling through the process of sweat evaporation. When air moisture content is high, the cooling process through evaporation is not as efficient, leading to an ineffective body cooling process and a feeling of overheating. Heat-related complications, like dehydration, can manifest if the body's heat gain exceeds its dissipation capacity.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 49%, January is the least humid month.

Rainfall

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

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 11h and 43min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:54 and sunset at 18:34. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:01 and sunset at 18:47 GMT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is January, with an average of 9.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through March, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during January morphs into the following directions:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.