January weather forecast
Kasafoni, Sierra Leone

January

Weather in January

January in Kasafoni, Sierra Leone heralds the start of the dry season, a significant shift from the humid conditions experienced in December. Pleasantly warm temperatures and widely sunny days dominate this month's weather. Remarkably, rainfall drops significantly to only 4mm (0.16") this month, a drastic reduction from the copious amounts recorded in the previous months. Folks can look forward to taking advantage of the largely clear skies and low wind speeds at this time. It is a great time for outdoor activities without the worry of sudden showers interrupting.

Temperature

Kasafoni commences January with an average high-temperature of a still tropical 34.5°C (94.1°F), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. Kasafoni's January nights see a large temperature deviation, with temperatures resting at a low of 17.8°C (64°F).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Kasafoni, during January, the rain falls for 1.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 4mm (0.16") of precipitation. In Kasafoni, during the entire year, the rain falls for 214.8 days and collects up to 1239mm (48.78") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Kasafoni, Sierra Leone, is 11h and 40min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 07:01 and sunset at 18:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:07 and sunset at 18:51 GMT.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 9.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through April, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 7 during January leads to these advisories:
Stay clear of intense sun exposure. Solar protection is of utmost significance. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in January?
January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 34.5°C (94.1°F) and a low-temperature of 17.8°C (64°F).
What is the least humid month?
January is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 38%.
What is the average humidity in January?
In January, the average relative humidity is 38%.
How many days does it rain in January?
In January, the rain falls for 1.9 days. Throughout January, 4mm (0.16") of precipitation is accumulated.
What is the average length of the day in January?
In Kasafoni, the average day length in January is 11h and 40min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Kasafoni?
In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:01 and sunset at 18:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:07 and sunset at 18:51 GMT.
How long on average sun shines in January in Kasafoni?
In January, the average sunshine duration is 9.8h.
When is the highest UV index?
The months with the highest UV index are January through April, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
What is the UV index intensity in January in Kasafoni?
In Kasafoni, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average visibility
Average temperature in January
Kasafoni, 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
Kasafoni, 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
Kasafoni, 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
Kasafoni, 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
Kasafoni, 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
Kasafoni, 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
Kasafoni, Sierra Leone
  • Average daylight in January: 11h and 4min

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

  • Average sunshine in January: 9h and 5min

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
Kasafoni, 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
Kasafoni, 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
Kasafoni, 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
Kasafoni, 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).

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