January weather forecast
Soma, The Gambia

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Weather in January

With the onset of the year, Soma experiences a typically hot and drought heavy January. The arid conditions are punctuated by a remarkably low humidity of 15%. Allowing for a respite in this landscape is the high visibility of 10km (6.2mi) and the abundant sunshine for almost 9.6 hours daily. Enjoy the weather in the breezy day and cool nights of January in Soma, The Gambia.

Temperature

January's weather records an average high-temperature of a still sweltering 35.7°C (96.3°F), showing little deviation from December. January nights present a sharp contrast to daytime highs, with average temperatures of 20.3°C (68.5°F).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

January through April and December are months without rainfall in Soma.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Soma, The Gambia, is 11h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:24 and sunset at 18:46. On the last day of January, in Soma, sunrise is at 07:29 and sunset at 19:01 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Soma is 9.6h.

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 reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 7 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Deter overexposure. Protecting against the sun's effects is essential. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Soma in January?

The high-temperature during January is 35.7°C (96.3°F) and the low-temperature is 20.3°C (68.5°F).

What is the least humid month in Soma?

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

What is the average humidity in January in Soma?

In Soma, The Gambia, the average relative humidity in January is 15%.

What is the driest month in Soma?

January through April and December are months without rainfall in Soma.

What is the average length of the day in January in Soma?

In January, the average day length is 11h and 26min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Soma?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:24 and sunset at 18:46. On the last day of the month, in Soma, The Gambia, sunrise is at 07:29 and sunset at 19:01 GMT.

How many hours of sunshine does Soma have in January?

In Soma, The Gambia, the average sunshine duration in January is 9.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Soma?

January, February, July through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Soma.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Soma?

In Soma, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in January
Soma, The Gambia

Average temperature in January - Soma, The Gambia
  • Average high temperature in January: 35.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (41.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (33°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 20.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is June (25.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°C).

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Average pressure in January
Soma, The Gambia

Average pressure in January - Soma, The Gambia
  • Average pressure in January: 1012.1mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and July (1012.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1009.4mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Soma, The Gambia

Average wind speed in January - Soma, The Gambia
  • Average wind speed in January: 11.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (11.7km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are September and October (7.5km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Soma, The Gambia

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (15%).

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Average rainfall in January
Soma, The Gambia

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (146mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, March, April and December (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Soma, The Gambia

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (0.1 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Soma, The Gambia

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Soma, 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 24min).

  • 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: 6h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Soma, The Gambia

Average sunshine days in January - Soma, The Gambia
  • Average sunshine days in January: 30.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.8 days).

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Average UV index in January
Soma, The Gambia

Average UV index in January - Soma, 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).

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Average cloud cover in January
Soma, The Gambia

Average cloud cover in January - Soma, The Gambia
  • Average cloud cover in January: 13

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 6).

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Average visibility in January
Soma, The Gambia

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are August and September (8km).

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