January weather forecastEngankou, Congo

January

Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Engankou, Congo, is another tropical summer month, with an average temperature ranging between min 22.8°C (73°F) and max 32.7°C (90.9°F).

Temperature

The onset of January brings an average high-temperature of a still tropical 32.7°C (90.9°F), nearly matching the December temperature. Engankou's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 22.8°C (73°F) during the nights of January.

Heat index

January's heat index is appraised at a blistering 42°C (107.6°F). Extra safeguards are necessary to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Prolonged activity might cause heatstroke.
From a standpoint of the heat index, values pertain to shaded conditions and mild breezes. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', gives a temperature feeling by integrating air temperature and humidity. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Children often overlook the necessity for resting and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - thus, it is critical to stay hydrated, especially during extended periods of physical activities.
The primary way humans combat excessive warmth is by perspiring, letting sweat evaporate and cool the body. In the presence of elevated relative humidity, the evaporation rate decreases. This reduction leads to increased body heat retention compared to conditions of dry air. Should the body fail to balance its heat gain, the escalating temperature poses health challenges.

Humidity

In Engankou, the average relative humidity in January is 68%.

Rainfall

In Engankou, in January, during 21 rainfall days, 66mm (2.6") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 276.3 rainfall days, and 1248mm (49.13") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 12h and 14min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 18:07. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:16 WAT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January through August, October through December, 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 risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 7 in January translates into these instructions:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.

Updated: Feb 6, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Engankou in January has an average high-temperature of 32.7°C (90.9°F) and an average low-temperature of 22.8°C (73°F). In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 42°C (107.6°F).

In Engankou, the average relative humidity in January is 68%.

In Engankou, Congo, during January, the rain falls for 21 days and regularly aggregates up to 66mm (2.6") of precipitation.

In January, the average day length in Engankou is 12h and 14min.

On the first day of January in Engankou, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 18:07. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:16 WAT.

With an average of 10.3h of sunshine, January has the most sunshine of the year in Engankou.

In Engankou, the average sunshine duration in January is 10.3h.

The months with the highest UV index in Engankou are January through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

In Engankou, Congo, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year January F M A M J J A S O N D

Dec

January

Feb

Average high temperature

31.5°C

32.7°C

32.9°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

5.8km/h

6.4km/h

6.6km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

4.9

8.1

3.4

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Engankou, Congo

Average high temperature in January: 32.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (33.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is November (30°C).

Average low temperature in January: 22.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (23.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is November (22.1°C).

Average pressure in January
Engankou, Congo

Average pressure in January: 1010.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1012.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1009.3mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Engankou, Congo

Average wind speed in January: 5.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (6.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (5.1km/h).

Average humidity in January
Engankou, Congo

Average humidity in January: 68%

The months with the highest relative humidity are October and November (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (57%).

Average rainfall in January
Engankou, Congo

Average rainfall in January: 66mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (216mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (21mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Engankou, Congo

Average rainfall days in January: 21 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (30.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (13.2 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Engankou, Congo

Average daylight in January: 12h and 12min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 0min).

Average sunshine in January: 10h and 18min

The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Engankou, Congo

Average sunshine days in January: 8.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (15.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (0.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Engankou, Congo

Average UV index in January: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is September (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in January
Engankou, Congo

Average cloud cover in January: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in January
Engankou, Congo

Average visibility in January: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are February, June, July and August (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are October and November (8km).