January weather forecast
Kongwe, Cameroon

January, like December, is another tropical winter month in Kongwe, Cameroon, with temperature in the range of an average high of 31.8°C (89.2°F) and an average low of 24.8°C (76.6°F).

Temperature

In Kongwe, January's average high-temperature stands at a still hot 31.8°C (89.2°F), closely related to the preceding month. Kongwe, in January, observes a steady average low-temperature of 24.8°C (76.6°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for January is evaluated at a blisteringly hot 40°C (104°F). Take more safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are potential outcomes. Persistent activity might lead to heatstroke.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. The heat index values could be amplified by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Direct exposure to sun rays can potentially augment the heat sensation, elevating the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Young ones often underestimate the need for rest and rehydration. Thirst appears late in dehydration - hence, it is important to keep hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.
The innate cooling system of the human body revolves around perspiration, with the evaporation of sweat being central to this process. Elevated relative humidity diminishes evaporation, thereby reducing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a feeling of being too warm. Heat disorders may be on the horizon when body temperatures rise from inadequate heat management.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 71%, January is the least humid month in Kongwe.

Rainfall

January and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 13.3 days and typically aggregates up to 37mm (1.46") of rain.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Kongwe is 11h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:21. On the last day of January, in Kongwe, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 18:33 WAT.

Sunshine

January has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 9.4h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in January interprets into the following advice:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.