January weather forecast
Niefang, Equatorial Guinea

In the city of Niefang, Equatorial Guinea, January starts the year with predominantly elevated humidity, substantial cloudiness, and ubiquitous rainfall. This quality of weather creates the specific atmospheric conditions that the populated area is known for. Exceptional to the month is a daily average of 15mm (0.59") rainfall, signifying that it's one of the three months with the least amount of rainfall. However, it doesn’t mean that rainfall is infrequent during this time, with half the month experiencing some level of precipitation. The lush greenery of the area receives ample hydration, making it a destination for nature enthusiasts.

Temperature

The commencement of January records an average high-temperature of a still warm 28°C (82.4°F), barely varying from December's 27.6°C (81.7°F). Niefang marks an average drop to a still warm 24°C (75.2°F) during nighttime in January, following the high of the day.

Heat index

The average heat index in January is evaluated at a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Extra precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible outcomes. Extended activity could lead to heatstroke.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. Heat index values may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when exposed to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally at greater risk than adults due to their limited sweating ability. In addition, their large skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production from their activities add to their vulnerability.

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Niefang, Equatorial Guinea, during January, the rain falls for 14.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 15mm (0.59") of precipitation. In Niefang, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.3 days and collects up to 288mm (11.34") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 12h and 2min.
On the first day of January in Niefang, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:22. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 18:33 WAT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are January and February, with an average of 9h of sunshine.

UV index

January through April and November, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Niefang. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 7 in January translates into these instructions:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.