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GambiaThe weather in January in Lama
It's hot in January in Lama with an average temperature of 36°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 34°C to a high of 37°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 15°C and 18°C.
January isn’t a good month to be in Lama. The average temperature of 36°C this month is uncomfortably hot for a comfortable stay.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in January for Lama, Gambia. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 40°C in 2020, Lama reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 28°C in 2015. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 10°C to a highest value of 24°C.
Rainfall amount
According to weather history, there is no precipitation in January. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Northeast.
Daily weather in January for Lama
Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Lama. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
January weather comparison
| Lama | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 36°C | 5°C |
| Max. temperature | 37°C | 11°C |
| Min. temperature | 15°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 0 mm | 97 mm |
| Rainy days | 0 days | 12 days |
Start of January
The month of January starts in Lama with hot temps, averaging around 35°C during the day and nights around 17°C.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps rise to around 37°C, with nights around 17°C. No precipitation expected during this period, so you can enjoy plenty of sunshine.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Lama is around 37°C, while nighttime temps are about 17°C. No precipitation expected at the end of the month; it’ll be mostly sunny.
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in January in Lama, Gambia. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in January in Lama
Temperature in January in Lama over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in January in Lama, Gambia. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in January in Lama
Total precipitation in January in Lama over the years
Daily UV index in January in Lama
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Lama, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Lama by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Lama. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.