January weather forecast
Bakau, The Gambia

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Weather in January

January weather in Bakau experiences mild conditions. There is a noticeable shift in the weather from December, with temperatures slightly increasing and touching a high of 29.5°C (85.1°F). The weather remains largely dry with minimal rainfall. Sunshine hours are ample, contributing to the pleasant weather. The UV index is high suggesting visitors take adequate sun protection measures.

Temperature

The arrival of January brings an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 29.5°C (85.1°F), subtly diverging from December's 30.5°C (86.9°F). Bakau, in January, experiences an average temperature of 22.3°C (72.1°F) at night.

Humidity

The least humid month in Bakau is January, with an average relative humidity of 39%.

Rainfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Bakau is 11h and 26min.
On the first day of January, 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.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Bakau, The Gambia, are January, April through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 7 during January leads to these advisories:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.
Updated: Feb 9, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Bakau in January?

Bakau in January has an average high-temperature of 29.5°C (85.1°F) and an average low-temperature of 22.3°C (72.1°F).

What is the least humid month in Bakau?

January is the least humid month in Bakau, The Gambia, with an average relative humidity of 39%.

What is the average humidity in January in Bakau?

In January, the average relative humidity is 39%.

What is the driest month in Bakau?

January, February and December are months without rainfall.

How many hours of daylight does Bakau have in January?

In January, the average day length is 11h and 26min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Bakau?

On the first day of January, 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 Bakau have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 9.7h.

When is the highest UV index in Bakau?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Bakau?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in January
Bakau, The Gambia

Average temperature in January - Bakau, 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
Bakau, The Gambia

Average pressure in January - Bakau, 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
Bakau, The Gambia

Average wind speed in January - Bakau, 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
Bakau, The Gambia

Average humidity in January - Bakau, 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
Bakau, The Gambia

Average rainfall in January - Bakau, 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
Bakau, The Gambia

Average rainfall days in January - Bakau, 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
Bakau, The Gambia

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Bakau, 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 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
Bakau, The Gambia

Average sunshine days in January - Bakau, 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
Bakau, The Gambia

Average UV index in January - Bakau, 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
Bakau, The Gambia

Average cloud cover in January - Bakau, 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
Bakau, The Gambia

Average visibility in January - Bakau, 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).

Bakau, The Gambia

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