January weather forecast
Mayama, Congo

January in Mayama, Congo, is a hot summer month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21.8°C (71.2°F) and an average high of 30.7°C (87.3°F).

Temperature

Mayama's weather in January indicates an average high-temperature of a tropical 30.7°C (87.3°F), nearly consistent with the 29.8°C (85.6°F) of December. During January, Mayama records an average temperature of 21.8°C (71.2°F) at night.

Heat index

The heat index value during January is computed to be an extremely hot 40°C (104°F). Implement additional preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Heatstroke could follow prolonged activity.
Heat index's context suggests values are appropriate for shady areas and slight breezes. A rise in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees may result from direct sunlight exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. Considering the impact of direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Children usually face more risks than adults as their ability to sweat is less. Additionally, their larger skin surface in relation to their petite bodies and higher heat output due to their activities increases their vulnerability.
When faced with excessive heat, the human body begins to perspire, utilizing the cooling benefits of 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. As the body gains more heat than it can dissipate, there's a risk of increasing temperatures and resultant overheating.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 80%.

Rainfall

In January, in Mayama, the rain falls for 27.3 days. Throughout January, 110mm (4.33") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Mayama, there are 243.1 rainfall days, and 1109mm (43.66") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Mayama, the average length of the day in January is 12h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:14. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:22 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 9.4h.

UV index

January, March through May, July through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Mayama. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 7 in January translates into these instructions:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.