January weather forecast
Murray Town, Sierra Leone

January, like December, is another hot winter month in Murray Town, Sierra Leone, with an average temperature ranging between max 31.4°C (88.5°F) and min 24.1°C (75.4°F).

Temperature

January is the warmest month, with an average high-temperature of 31.4°C (88.5°F) and an average low-temperature of 24.1°C (75.4°F).

Heat index

In January, the average heat index is computed to be a sweltering 38°C (100.4°F). Take extra precautions, as heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Sustained activity may result in heatstroke.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel', 'apparent temperature', 'feels like', or 'felt air temperature', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. Additional factors like activity, pregnancy, wind, and metabolic differences affect individual temperature impact. Be aware that direct exposure to sunlight increases heat impact and may raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. Under high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, perspiration is limited, and the perception of heat is increased. When heat gain surpasses the level the body can shed, body temperature begins to increase, and consequently, overheating and dehydration can occur, with varying severity.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Murray Town, during 1.4 rainfall days, 2mm (0.08") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Murray Town, during the entire year, the rain falls for 205.9 days and collects up to 1507mm (59.33") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Murray Town, the average length of the day in January is 11h and 41min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 07:07 and sunset at 18:45. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:13 and sunset at 18:59 GMT.

Sunshine

In Murray Town, the average sunshine in January is 9.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Murray Town are January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 7 translate into the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.