January weather forecast
Kimpalanga, Congo

January in Kimpalanga, Congo, is a tropical summer month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.6°C (87.1°F) and 21.8°C (71.2°F).

Temperature

The commencement of January introduces an average high-temperature of a hot 30.6°C (87.1°F), closely mirroring the preceding month. Kimpalanga in January experiences a low-temperature average of 21.8°C (71.2°F).

Heat index

Throughout January, the heat index is appraised at a blisteringly hot 42°C (107.6°F). Take special precautions - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke may occur with lengthy activity.
Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. Exposure to unobstructed sunshine could lead to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. The impact of weather on an individual can be subjective, affected by the person's activity and heat perception, which can vary due to elements including wind, clothing, and metabolic differences. Recognize that direct exposure to the sun can escalate the heat effect, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
The body's natural response to excessive warmth is perspiration, as it allows for cooling through sweat evaporation. With a lot of moisture in the air, the evaporation process is not as effective, and the body does not cool down as efficiently, creating a perception of overheating. The body is at risk of dehydration and related complications when it fails to shed excessive heat.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Kimpalanga, Congo, is 86%.

Rainfall

In Kimpalanga, during January, the rain falls for 27.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 124mm (4.88") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Kimpalanga, there are 228.5 rainfall days, and 1086mm (42.76") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Kimpalanga is 12h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of January, in Kimpalanga, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 18:28 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 7.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Kimpalanga are January, February, May through July, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in January translates into the following instructions:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.