January weather forecast
Gaoua, Burkina Faso

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Weather in January

January in Gaoua, Burkina Faso, carries the exquisite charm of the dry season, boasting the clearest skies seen all year. The predominance of sunshine coupled with minimal cloud cover makes it an ideal time for outdoor activities. With the city's barometric pressure averaging at 1011.5 mb, it contributes to the overall pleasant weather condition. Comparatively, January is much drier and cooler than the upcoming months, with the transition to February bringing a rise in both temperature and humidity. In essence, January heralds the charm of winter, beautified by the lack of rainfall and clear blue skies.

Temperature

January's onset brings an average high-temperature of a still fiery hot 36.3°C (97.3°F), showing a minute difference from December's 35.9°C (96.6°F). Gaoua anticipates a considerable drop in temperature at night in January, with an average low of 18.9°C (66°F).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

January and December are months without rainfall in Gaoua.

Daylight

In Gaoua, the average length of the day in January is 11h and 36min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:02. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 18:16 GMT.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 9.9h.

UV index

In Gaoua, Burkina Faso, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in January?

During January, Gaoua experiences an average high-temperature of 36.3°C (97.3°F) and a low-temperature of 18.9°C (66°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?

The average relative humidity in January is 15%.

What is the driest month?

January and December are months without rainfall.

Does it rain in Gaoua in January?

In Gaoua, in January, it doesn't rain. In February, it rains.

How many hours of daylight does Gaoua have in January?

The average day length in January is 11h and 36min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Gaoua?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:02. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 18:16 GMT.

How many hours of sunshine does Gaoua have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 9.9h.

How high is the UV index in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Gaoua, Burkina Faso

Average temperature in January - Gaoua, Burkina Faso
  • Average high temperature in January: 36.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (39.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (30.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (27.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°C).

Average pressure in January
Gaoua, Burkina Faso

Average pressure in January - Gaoua, Burkina Faso
  • Average pressure in January: 1011.5mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are July and August (1012.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1008.4mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Gaoua, Burkina Faso

Average wind speed in January - Gaoua, Burkina Faso
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (9.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (6km/h).

Average humidity in January
Gaoua, Burkina Faso

Average humidity in January - Gaoua, Burkina Faso
  • Average humidity in January: 15%

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

Average rainfall in January
Gaoua, Burkina Faso

Average rainfall in January - Gaoua, Burkina Faso
  • Average rainfall in January: 0mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (120mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Gaoua, Burkina Faso

Average rainfall days in January - Gaoua, Burkina Faso
  • Average rainfall days in January: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (24.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and December (0.3 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Gaoua, Burkina Faso

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Gaoua, Burkina Faso
  • Average daylight in January: 11h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Gaoua, Burkina Faso

Average sunshine days in January - Gaoua, Burkina Faso
  • Average sunshine days in January: 30.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (30.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (4.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Gaoua, Burkina Faso

Average UV index in January - Gaoua, Burkina Faso
  • Average UV index in January: 7

The months with the highest UV index are February, March, April and May (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is August (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in January
Gaoua, Burkina Faso

Average cloud cover in January - Gaoua, Burkina Faso
  • Average cloud cover in January: 5

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 4).

Average visibility in January
Gaoua, Burkina Faso

Average visibility in January - Gaoua, Burkina Faso
  • 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).

Gaoua, Burkina Faso

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