January weather forecast
Matinta, Sierra Leone

January, the same as December, in Matinta, Sierra Leone, is another hot winter month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 24.1°C (75.4°F) and an average high of 31.4°C (88.5°F).

Temperature

January stands out as Matinta's warmest month, with an average high-temperature of 31.4°C (88.5°F) and a low-temperature of 24.1°C (75.4°F).

Heat index

In January, the average heat index is calculated to be a torrid 38°C (100.4°F). Take more safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are potential outcomes. Persistent activity might lead to heatstroke.
The heat index's values are generally associated with conditions in shade and light breezes. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
The human body keeps its cool primarily through perspiration, as this process enables sweat to evaporate, taking away the excess heat. High relative humidity reduces the evaporation rate, resulting in a lower heat removal rate from the body, causing the perception of being overheated. As the body accumulates more heat than it can release, body temperature goes up, increasing the risk of heat-related health issues.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Daylight

In Matinta, 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, sunrise is at 07:12 and sunset at 18:56 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Matinta is 9.8h.

UV index

January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during January leads to these instructions:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.