January weather forecast
Tambateko, Sierra Leone

January, like December, is a hot winter month in Tambateko, Sierra Leone, with an average temperature ranging between max 33.8°C (92.8°F) and min 17.6°C (63.7°F).

Temperature

Tambateko ushers in January with an average high-temperature of a still hot 33.8°C (92.8°F), showing a close resemblance to the previous month. Tambateko observes a dramatic plunge from daytime highs in January, settling at an average low-temperature of 17.6°C (63.7°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for January is evaluated at a sweltering 38°C (100.4°F). Adopt additional preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential outcomes. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Direct sunlight exposure should be noted as it has the potential to increase 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.
When the body gets too warm, it perspires, leading to sweat evaporation which cools it down. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. When body temperature rises due to an imbalance in heat gain, there's a potential for dehydration and overheating.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Daylight

In Tambateko, the average length of the day in January is 11h and 43min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:55 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 in Tambateko is January, with an average of 9.8h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Tambateko. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 7 during January translates into the following directions:
Stay clear of intense sun exposure. Solar protection is of utmost significance. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.