January weather forecast
Busumbala, The Gambia

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Weather in January

The year in Busumbala, The Gambia starts with warm temperatures. Compared to the following month, January experiences a slightly higher amount of sunshine with 9.7 hours and a UV index at seven. Basking under a sparse 13% cloud coverage, the residents enjoy pleasant weather with relatively low humidity of 39%. The wind speed averages 17.9km/h (11.1mph) making this month breezy. Rough seas are not a usual concern, promoting an excellent time for beach and water activities.

Temperature

As January takes hold in Busumbala, the average high-temperature is a warm 29.5°C (85.1°F), nearly mirroring that of the previous month. An average low-temperature of 22.3°C (72.1°F) is noted during the nights in January in Busumbala.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 39%, January is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Busumbala, rain does not fall in January, February and December.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Busumbala, The Gambia, is 11h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:29 and sunset at 18:50. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 07:33 and sunset at 19:06 GMT.

Sunshine

In Busumbala, the average sunshine in January is 9.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January, April through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during January morphs into the following directions:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Busumbala in January?

The high-temperature in Busumbala, The Gambia, during January is 29.5°C (85.1°F) and the low-temperature is 22.3°C (72.1°F).

What is the least humid month in Busumbala?

With an average relative humidity of 39%, January is the least humid month in Busumbala.

What is the average humidity in January in Busumbala?

In January, the average relative humidity is 39%.

What is the driest month in Busumbala?

January, February and December are months without rainfall in Busumbala.

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

In Busumbala, The Gambia, the average day length in January is 11h and 26min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Busumbala?

On the first day of January in Busumbala, The Gambia, sunrise is at 07:29 and sunset at 18:50. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:33 and sunset at 19:06 GMT.

How many hours of sunshine does Busumbala have in January?

In Busumbala, The Gambia, the average sunshine duration in January is 9.7h.

When is the highest UV index in Busumbala?

The months with the highest UV index in Busumbala, The Gambia, are January, April through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Busumbala?

In Busumbala, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in January
Busumbala, The Gambia

Average temperature in January - Busumbala, The Gambia
  • Average high temperature in January: 29.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is November (31.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is May (28.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 22.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (26.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (21.6°C).

Average pressure in January
Busumbala, The Gambia

Average pressure in January - Busumbala, The Gambia
  • Average pressure in January: 1012.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1012.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1010.3mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Busumbala, The Gambia

Average wind speed in January - Busumbala, The Gambia
  • Average wind speed in January: 17.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (18.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (12.8km/h).

Average humidity in January
Busumbala, The Gambia

Average humidity in January - Busumbala, The Gambia
  • Average humidity in January: 39%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (39%).

Average rainfall in January
Busumbala, The Gambia

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (177mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Busumbala, The Gambia

Average rainfall days in January - Busumbala, The Gambia
  • Average rainfall days in January: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.2 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Busumbala, 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 months with the most sunshine are March, April and May (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Busumbala, The Gambia

Average sunshine days in January - Busumbala, The Gambia
  • Average sunshine days in January: 30.7 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (30.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Busumbala, The Gambia

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

The months with the highest UV index are January, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and March (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in January
Busumbala, The Gambia

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

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in January
Busumbala, The Gambia

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

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

Busumbala, The Gambia

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