January weather forecast
Farafenni, The Gambia

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Weather in January

The year in Farafenni starts with pleasantly warm weather as January ushers in. While the days are not as long as they would be later in the year, the abundant sunshine of 9.6 hours per day most days of the month fills the city with a warm and inviting ambience. With minimum rainfall and clouds claiming only 13% of the sky, residents and visitors can enjoy the outdoors without worry. The driest month of the year, January records a rainfall of 0mm (0"). The month is also characterized by low humidity creating a comfortable atmosphere for outdoor activities.

Temperature

Farafenni experiences an average high-temperature of a still torrid 35.7°C (96.3°F) in January, marking an insignificant shift from 35.9°C (96.6°F) in December. Farafenni endures a clear shift from daytime heat to a mean low-temperature of 20.3°C (68.5°F) during January nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

January through April and December are months without rainfall in Farafenni, The Gambia.

Daylight

In Farafenni, the average length of the day in January is 11h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:25 and sunset at 18:46. On the last day of January, in Farafenni, sunrise is at 07:29 and sunset at 19:02 GMT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, February, July through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In January, a daily UV index of 7 turns into the following recommendations:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.
Updated: Feb 9, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Farafenni in January?

In January, in Farafenni, the average high-temperature is 35.7°C (96.3°F), and the average low-temperature is 20.3°C (68.5°F).

What is the least humid month in Farafenni?

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

What is the average humidity in January in Farafenni?

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

What is the driest month in Farafenni?

In Farafenni, rain does not fall in January through April and December.

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

The average day length in January in Farafenni is 11h and 26min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Farafenni?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:25 and sunset at 18:46. On the last day of the month, in Farafenni, sunrise is at 07:29 and sunset at 19:02 GMT.

How long on average sun shines in January in Farafenni?

The average sunshine duration in January is 9.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Farafenni?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Farafenni?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in January
Farafenni, The Gambia

Average temperature in January - Farafenni, 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).

Average pressure in January
Farafenni, The Gambia

Average pressure in January - Farafenni, 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).

Average wind speed in January
Farafenni, The Gambia

Average wind speed in January - Farafenni, 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).

Average humidity in January
Farafenni, The Gambia

Average humidity in January - Farafenni, 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%).

Average rainfall in January
Farafenni, The Gambia

Average rainfall in January - Farafenni, 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).

Average rainfall days in January
Farafenni, The Gambia

Average rainfall days in January - Farafenni, 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).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Farafenni, 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 18min).

  • 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).

Average sunshine days in January
Farafenni, The Gambia

Average sunshine days in January - Farafenni, 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).

Average UV index in January
Farafenni, The Gambia

Average UV index in January - Farafenni, 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).

Average cloud cover in January
Farafenni, The Gambia

Average cloud cover in January - Farafenni, 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).

Average visibility in January
Farafenni, The Gambia

Average visibility in January - Farafenni, 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).

Farafenni, The Gambia

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