January weather forecastDzanga, Congo

Weather in January

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

Temperature

Dzanga indicates an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.6°C (88.9°F) in January, showing minor variation from December's 30.3°C (86.5°F). Dzanga, in January, experiences an average temperature of 21.8°C (71.2°F) at night.

Heat index

The heat index value for January is evaluated at a blistering 42°C (107.6°F). Heightened safety actions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may lead to heatstroke.
From a standpoint of the heat index, values pertain to shaded conditions and mild breezes. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is an indicator that blends the effects of temperature and humidity to depict perceived warmth. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Juveniles are regularly less conscious of the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a tardy symptom of dehydration - hydration, especially during lengthy physical activities, should be maintained.
The body's inherent cooling system operates through perspiration, wherein evaporating sweat offsets excessive heat. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 78%.

Rainfall

In Dzanga, in January, it is raining for 24.9 days, with typically 96mm (3.78") of accumulated precipitation. In Dzanga, during the entire year, the rain falls for 293.4 days and collects up to 1534mm (60.39") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 12h and 15min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:17. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:25 WAT.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine 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 of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 7 during January translates into the following guidance:
Shield from overexposure. Defense against sun-related harm is required. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.