January weather forecast
Kamabai, Sierra Leone

Initiating the year, Kamabai, Sierra Leone, provides a comfortable climate that typically ranges from 19.8°C (67.6°F) to 35.4°C (95.7°F). The weather is relatively cooler compared to the warmer conditions expected in the following months hence making it suitable for outdoor activities. Distinctively, January stands out as the period with the most sunshine hours in the year, indicating that daylight is longer. Clear visibility allows for unobstructed exploration with limited cloud obstruction. In comparison with months to follow, January marks the onset of the dry season with significantly reduced rainfall.

Temperature

January's arrival brings an average high-temperature of a very hot 35.4°C (95.7°F), demonstrating subtle variation from the preceding month. January presents a sharp fall from Kamabai's daytime highs to an average low-temperature of 19.8°C (67.6°F).

Heat index

For January, the heat index is evaluated at a life-threatening hot 45°C (113°F). Be cautious: Heat exhaustion along with heat cramps are predicted. Heatstroke is a possible consequence of continuous physical effort.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. Heat index values might soar by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with exposure to direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is a composite of temperature and humidity figures to convey how warm it feels. Depending on the activity and the individual's heat perception, which may vary due to factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variations, this effect remains subjective. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
Sweat evaporation plays a crucial role in cooling the human body, a process enabled by perspiration. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. 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 Kamabai, in January, it is raining for 2.2 days, with typically 4mm (0.16") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, 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 January, sunrise is at 07:03 and sunset at 18:39. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:09 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. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.