January Weather in Port Harcourt

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Port Harcourt, Nigeria, during January is characterized by an average temperature of 27°C (82°F). Highs can soar to 34°C (94°F), while lows may dip to 21°C (70°F). Typically, the humidity level in Port Harcourt throughout January hovers around 67%.

21°C (70°F)

Minimum temperature

27°C (82°F)

Average temperature

34°C (94°F)

Maximum temperature

67%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In January, Port Harcourt averages 43 mm (1.7 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 12 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 11 hours 52 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 8 hours 4 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 44% probability of sunny days during this period.

43 mm (1.7 inches)

Precipitation

12 rainy days

Rainy days

8 hours 4 minutes

Sunshine hours

44%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In January, the UV Index in Port Harcourt reaches a maximum of 10, indicating a level of VeryHigh exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 15 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 1 1 3 5 8 10 10 8 6 3 1 1 0
Exposure Low Moderate VeryHigh High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 15 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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