January weather forecast
Kisenga, Congo

January in Kisenga, Congo, is a hot summer month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 30.6°C (87.1°F) and an average low of 21.8°C (71.2°F).

Temperature

Kisenga, Congo, notes an average high-temperature of a hot 30.6°C (87.1°F) in January, displaying minor variation from December. The average nighttime temperature lowers to a pleasant 21.8°C (71.2°F) throughout January.

Heat index

January's heat index is estimated at a blisteringly hot 42°C (107.6°F). Adopt extra preventive measures, the occurrence of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is likely. Heatstroke may follow extended activity.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. When under direct sunshine, the heat index may be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual's weather perception. Be aware that direct exposure to sunlight increases heat impact and may raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.
In the face of high temperatures, the human body's reflex is to perspire, leveraging sweat evaporation for cooling. When the air contains significant moisture, the efficiency of the evaporation process decreases, preventing the body from cooling down effectively and creating a feeling of overheating. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Daylight

In Kisenga, the average length of the day in January is 12h and 21min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:21. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 18:28 WAT.

Sunshine

In Kisenga, the average sunshine in January is 7.9h.

UV index

January, February, May through July, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Kisenga. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.