January weather forecast
Nkongsamba, Cameroon

Hugging the tropical rainforest, Nkongsamba in Cameroon springs to life in January, where nature maintains a predominantly hot and mildly humid atmosphere. A moderate rainfall sees the city partly covered by a haze of humidity that has thickened from the preceding month. Temperatures, which scale a high of 31.7°C (89.1°F), are regulated by a favoring wind labeled at 5.2 KPH, provoking an alluring feel of a tropical paradise. The city shows off impressive sunlight hours at the flip of the year, promoting outdoor activities. Transitioning into February, a nearly identical pattern is discernible with slight intensification in humidity accompanying rainfall.

Temperature

The transition into January marks the average high-temperature at a still hot 31.7°C (89.1°F), differing minimally from December's 30.6°C (87.1°F). The January nights bear witness to a significant drop from the daytime highs, settling at an average temperature of 18.5°C (65.3°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in January is computed to be a fiery hot 36°C (96.8°F). Heightened precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
The heat index's values are generally associated with conditions in shade and light breezes. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. Being aware that direct sunlight can impact the felt heat might mean an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.
The body's natural response to excessive warmth is perspiration, as it allows for cooling through sweat evaporation. When relative humidity is on the rise, it curtails evaporation, thereby reducing the heat elimination from the body and causing the feeling of being excessively hot. When body temperature rises due to excess heat gain beyond its removal capability, one might experience heat-related disorders.

Humidity

The least humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 59%.

Rainfall

In January, in Nkongsamba, Cameroon, the rain falls for 5.5 days. Throughout January, 14mm (0.55") of precipitation is accumulated. In Nkongsamba, during the entire year, the rain falls for 272.3 days and collects up to 2100mm (82.68") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Nkongsamba, the average length of the day in January is 11h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 18:30 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Nkongsamba is 9.8h.

UV index

January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Shield from overexposure. Defense against sun-related harm is required. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.