January weather forecast
Bouemba, Congo

January, the same as December, in Bouemba, Congo, is another hot summer month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 32.7°C (90.9°F) and an average low of 22.8°C (73°F).

Temperature

Bouemba greets January with an average high-temperature of a still hot 32.7°C (90.9°F), marking a slight deviation from the preceding month. Bouemba experiences a steady low-temperature of 22.8°C (73°F) throughout January.

Heat index

January's mean heat index is estimated at an extremely hot 42°C (107.6°F). Take additional safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Prolonged activity may cause heatstroke.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. In the presence of direct sunshine, the heat index could be augmented by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. The individual's impression of temperature can be affected by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. 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 remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.
Humans rely on perspiration as a cooling mechanism, wherein the evaporating sweat counteracts excessive warmth. Increased relative humidity interferes with body cooling by slowing the rate of evaporation, resulting in a slower body cooling rate and a heightened feeling of heat. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 68%.

Rainfall

In Bouemba, in January, it is raining for 21 days, with typically 66mm (2.6") of accumulated precipitation. In Bouemba, during the entire year, the rain falls for 276.3 days and collects up to 1248mm (49.13") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Bouemba is 12h and 14min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:15 WAT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is January, with an average of 10.3h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 7 during January leads to these advisories:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.