January weather forecast
Bambama, Congo

January, the same as December, in Bambama, Congo, is another hot summer month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 31.6°C (88.9°F) and an average low of 21.8°C (71.2°F).

Temperature

The advent of January presents an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.6°C (88.9°F), maintaining a close correlation with the preceding month. In the month of January, the temperature in Bambama, Congo, generally rests at an average low of 21.8°C (71.2°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during January is calculated to be a blisteringly hot 42°C (107.6°F). Heightened precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
In the scope of the heat index, its values resonate with shade and light wind conditions. Heat index values may be hiked up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Direct sunlight exposure should be noted as it has the potential to increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.
When the body gets too warm, it perspires, leading to sweat evaporation which cools it down. With high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, sweat production is restricted, leading to an amplified perception of heat. Accumulating heat beyond the body's cooling measures leads to rising temperatures and potential ailments.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 78%.

Rainfall

In Bambama, in January, it is raining for 24.9 days, with typically 96mm (3.78") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Bambama, there are 293.4 rainfall days, and 1534mm (60.39") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 12h and 15min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:17. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:25 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Bambama is 9h.

UV index

January, April and July, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In January, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.