January weather forecast
Baro Kunda, The Gambia

January

Weather in January

January in Baro Kunda, The Gambia, experiences a perfect start to the year, with favorable weather conditions, but these conditions slowly transition into more summer-like scenarios. The area witnesses peak daytime hours with sunshine totaling 9.7 hours, as well as clear skies, as evident from the 12% cloud coverage. Daylight hours are ample, providing enough time for outdoor activities. Wind speeds are moderate, contributing to the pleasant weather without causing discomfort. The pressure is also stable at 1012.2mb, ensuring a calm and comforting atmosphere throughout the month.

Temperature

January commences with an average high-temperature of a still torrid 35.8°C (96.4°F), showing little deviation from December's 35.9°C (96.6°F). Despite soaring daytime temperatures, Baro Kunda registers a consistent average low-temperature of 19.5°C (67.1°F) in January.

Humidity

January is the least humid month in Baro Kunda, with an average relative humidity of 15%.

Rainfall

In Baro Kunda, rain does not fall in January through March and December.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 11h and 26min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 07:23 and sunset at 18:44. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:27 and sunset at 19:00 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 9.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, July through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during January, leads to the following recommendations:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in January?
The high-temperature, in January, in Baro Kunda, records 35.8°C (96.4°F), while the low-temperature is 19.5°C (67.1°F).
What is the least humid month?
With an average relative humidity of 15%, January is the least humid month.
What is the average humidity in January?
In January, the average relative humidity is 15%.
What is the driest month?
In Baro Kunda, rain does not fall in January through March and December.
How many hours of daylight does Baro Kunda have in January?
The average day length in January is 11h and 26min.
When are sunrise and sunset in January in Baro Kunda?
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 07:23 and sunset at 18:44. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:27 and sunset at 19:00 GMT.
How many hours of sunshine does Baro Kunda have in January?
The average sunshine duration in January is 9.7h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index?
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, July through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
What is the UV index reading in January?
In Baro Kunda, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average sunshine
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Average UV index
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Average temperature in January - Baro Kunda, The Gambia
Average temperature in January
Baro Kunda, The Gambia
  • Average high temperature in January: 35.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (42°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (33.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 19.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is June (26°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.5°C).

Average pressure in January - Baro Kunda, The Gambia
Average pressure in January
Baro Kunda, The Gambia
  • Average pressure in January: 1012.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1009.1mbar).

Average wind speed in January - Baro Kunda, The Gambia
Average wind speed in January
Baro Kunda, The Gambia
  • Average wind speed in January: 11.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (12.1km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are September and October (7.7km/h).

Average humidity in January - Baro Kunda, The Gambia
Average humidity in January
Baro Kunda, The Gambia
  • Average humidity in January: 15%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (15%).

Average rainfall in January - Baro Kunda, The Gambia
Average rainfall in January
Baro Kunda, The Gambia
  • Average rainfall in January: 0mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (128mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, March and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in January - Baro Kunda, The Gambia
Average rainfall days in January
Baro Kunda, The Gambia
  • Average rainfall days in January: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (0.1 days).

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Baro Kunda, The Gambia
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Baro Kunda, The Gambia
  • Average daylight in January: 11h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January - Baro Kunda, The Gambia
Average sunshine days in January
Baro Kunda, The Gambia
  • Average sunshine days in January: 30.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.1 days).

Average UV index in January - Baro Kunda, The Gambia
Average UV index in January
Baro Kunda, The Gambia
  • Average UV index in January: 7

The months with the highest UV index are March, April, May, June and October (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, July, August, September, November and December (UV index 7).

Average cloud cover in January - Baro Kunda, The Gambia
Average cloud cover in January
Baro Kunda, The Gambia
  • Average cloud cover in January: 12

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in January - Baro Kunda, The Gambia
Average visibility in January
Baro Kunda, The Gambia
  • Average visibility in January: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are August and September (9km).

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