January weather forecastKamabangala, Congo

January

Weather in January

January in Kamabangala, Congo, is a tropical 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

Kamabangala records an average high-temperature of a tropical 30.7°C (87.3°F) in January, maintaining a close correlation with December's 29.8°C (85.6°F). An average low-temperature of 21.8°C (71.2°F) is anticipated throughout the nights during January.

Heat index

For most parts of January, the heat index is estimated at an extremely hot 40°C (104°F). Undertake enhanced precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible risks. Continuous activity could trigger heatstroke.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. 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 particularly relevant to children. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. When there is an excess of moisture in the atmosphere, the efficiency of the evaporation process is lessened, leading to less efficient body cooling and a sensation of overheating. Excessive heat gain, when not shed effectively by the body, can result in increasing body temperatures and related hazards.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 80%.

Rainfall

In Kamabangala, in January, it is raining for 27.3 days, with typically 110mm (4.33") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Kamabangala, there are 243.1 rainfall days, and 1109mm (43.66") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 12h and 21min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:23 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Kamabangala 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. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 7 during January translates into the following guidance:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.

Updated: Aug 8, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 30.7°C (87.3°F) and 21.8°C (71.2°F) respectively. In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 40°C (104°F).

In January, the average relative humidity is 80%.

In Kamabangala, in January, during 27.3 rainfall days, 110mm (4.33") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Kamabangala, the average day length in January is 12h and 21min.

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:23 WAT.

In Kamabangala, the average sunshine duration in January is 9.4h.

The months with the highest UV index are January, March through May, July through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to 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

29.8°C

30.7°C

31.3°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

5.5km/h

6km/h

6.4km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

1.3

2.6

2.3

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Kamabangala, Congo

Average high temperature in January: 30.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (33.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is November (29.5°C).

Average low temperature in January: 21.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (22.9°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are June and July (20.8°C).

Average pressure in January
Kamabangala, Congo

Average pressure in January: 1011.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1013.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.3mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Kamabangala, Congo

Average wind speed in January: 5.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (8.6km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are April and December (4.7km/h).

Average humidity in January
Kamabangala, Congo

Average humidity in January: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (55%).

Average rainfall in January
Kamabangala, Congo

Average rainfall in January: 110mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (173mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (2mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Kamabangala, Congo

Average rainfall days in January: 27.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (29 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (2.9 days).

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

Average daylight in January: 12h and 18min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 54min).

Average sunshine in January: 9h and 24min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are June, October and November (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Kamabangala, Congo

Average sunshine days in January: 2.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (27.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (1.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Kamabangala, Congo

Average UV index in January: 7

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

Average cloud cover in January
Kamabangala, Congo

Average cloud cover in January: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in January
Kamabangala, Congo

Average visibility in January: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, March, April, November and December (8km).