January weather forecast
Makeni, Sierra Leone

January, the first month of the year, graces Makeni, Sierra Leone with warm afternoons reaching up to 35.4°C (95.7°F) and considerably cooler nights with lows around 19.8°C (67.6°F). The clear and sunny days of January often lend to a relatively dry atmosphere, making it the second driest month of the year. Mornings are usually met with bright, yellow skies due to the relatively high duration of daylight hours. It is also worth noting that overall humidity starts to decrease, creating comfortable weather conditions particularly for outdoor activities.

Temperature

The advent of January denotes an average high-temperature of a sweltering 35.4°C (95.7°F), subtly different from December's 33.1°C (91.6°F). From the heights of the January heat, Makeni records a mean nighttime low of 19.8°C (67.6°F).

Heat index

For January, the heat index is calculated to be a blazing hot 47°C (116.6°F). Be alert: Heat exhaustion along with heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke is a threat with sustained physical activity.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.
Perspiration is the body's default response to elevated temperatures, as it promotes the evaporation of sweat to achieve cooling. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. Increasing body temperatures can be a precursor to dehydration if the body can't shed the extra heat.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 61%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 2.2 days and typically collects 3mm (0.12") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Makeni, the average length of the day in January is 11h and 40min.
On the first day of January in Makeni, Sierra Leone, sunrise is at 07:02 and sunset at 18:40. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:09 and sunset at 18:53 GMT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is January, with an average of 9.8h of sunshine.

UV index

January through May, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: During January, 7 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Follow precautions and abide by sun safety rules. Deterrence of sunburn is imperative. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.