January Weather in Freetown

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Freetown, Sierra Leone, during January is characterized by an average temperature of 27°C (81°F). Highs can soar to 28°C (83°F), while lows may dip to 26°C (78°F). Typically, the humidity level in Freetown throughout January hovers around 65%.

26°C (78°F)

Minimum temperature

27°C (81°F)

Average temperature

28°C (83°F)

Maximum temperature

65%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In January, Freetown averages 6 mm (0.2 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 1 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 11 hours 40 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 8 hours 20 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 70% probability of sunny days during this period.

6 mm (0.2 inches)

Precipitation

1 rainy days

Rainy days

8 hours 20 minutes

Sunshine hours

70%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In January, the UV Index in Freetown reaches a maximum of 10, indicating a level of VeryHigh exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 13:00 and 15:00, 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 0 1 2 4 7 9 10 9 7 4 2 1 0
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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