January weather forecast
Minna, Nigeria

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Weather in January

Kicking off the year, Minna, Nigeria grapples with relatively benign weather conditions in January. Unsurprisingly, the coldest month of the year features a significant drop in temperature from 37.8°C (100°F) to 20.4°C (68.7°F). The atmosphere during January in Minna is generally dry and clear with exceptional visibility. Ease of movement and outdoor activities are further promoted by the absence of heavy rainfall. A notable feature of the January weather is that, despite the cold, its sunshine hours peak, affording residents sufficient daylight for their daily activities.

Temperature

January's beginning signals an average high-temperature of a still sweltering 37.8°C (100°F), barely different from December's 36.7°C (98.1°F). Minna records a marked divergence from the day's high temperatures, with nights in January averaging at an agreeable 20.4°C (68.7°F).

Humidity

January is the least humid month in Minna, with an average relative humidity of 19%.

Rainfall

Months with rainfall in Minna are January through November. January is the first month it rains. Throughout January, in the average 0.3 rainfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of precipitation. In Minna, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.7 days and collects up to 665mm (26.18") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Minna, Nigeria, the average length of the day in January is 11h and 38min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:49 and sunset at 18:24. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 18:38 WAT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine in Minna are January, November and December, with an average of 10h of sunshine.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 7 transforms into these recommendations:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.
Updated: Jan 25, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Minna in January?

The high-temperature during January is 37.8°C (100°F) and the low-temperature is 20.4°C (68.7°F).

What is the least humid month in Minna?

With an average relative humidity of 19%, January is the least humid month in Minna.

What is the average humidity in January in Minna?

The average relative humidity in January in Minna, Nigeria, is 19%.

When does it start raining in Minna?

January is the first month it rains. Throughout January, in the average 0.3 rainfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of precipitation.

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

The average day length in January in Minna is 11h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Minna?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:49 and sunset at 18:24. On the last day of the month, in Minna, Nigeria, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 18:38 WAT.

What is the month with the most sunshine in Minna?

January, November and December, with an average of 10h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Minna.

How long on average sun shines in January in Minna?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 10h.

What is the UV index reading in January in Minna?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Minna is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Minna, Nigeria

Average temperature in January - Minna, Nigeria
  • Average high temperature in January: 37.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (40.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (29°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 20.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (26.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.4°C).

Average pressure in January
Minna, Nigeria

Average pressure in January - Minna, Nigeria
  • Average pressure in January: 1010.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (1008.5mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Minna, Nigeria

Average wind speed in January - Minna, Nigeria
  • Average wind speed in January: 9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (5.4km/h).

Average humidity in January
Minna, Nigeria

Average humidity in January - Minna, Nigeria
  • Average humidity in January: 19%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (19%).

Average rainfall in January
Minna, Nigeria

Average rainfall in January - Minna, Nigeria
  • Average rainfall in January: 1mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (150mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Minna, Nigeria

Average rainfall days in January - Minna, Nigeria
  • Average rainfall days in January: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (25.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Minna, Nigeria

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Minna, Nigeria
  • 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 10h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are January, November and December (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Minna, Nigeria

Average sunshine days in January - Minna, Nigeria
  • Average sunshine days in January: 30 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (4.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Minna, Nigeria

Average UV index in January - Minna, Nigeria
  • Average UV index in January: 7

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

Average cloud cover in January
Minna, Nigeria

Average cloud cover in January - Minna, Nigeria
  • Average cloud cover in January: 3

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 2).

Average visibility in January
Minna, Nigeria

Average visibility in January - Minna, Nigeria
  • Average visibility in January: 10km

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

Minna, Nigeria

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