January weather forecastKikondi, Congo

January

Weather in January

January is a hot summer month in Kikondi, Congo, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21.8°C (71.2°F) and an average high of 30.6°C (87.1°F).

Temperature

January's arrival brings an average high-temperature of a hot 30.6°C (87.1°F), demonstrating subtle variation from the preceding month. Kikondi's nighttime temperature during January is consistently averaged at an agreeable 21.8°C (71.2°F).

Heat index

In January, the heat index is estimated at a blistering 42°C (107.6°F). Undertake enhanced precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible risks. Continuous activity could trigger heatstroke.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. Exposing to direct sunshine may enhance heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Direct sunlight can potentially raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees, so it's crucial to consider. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Children regularly disregard the necessity to rest and replenish fluids. Thirst is a late symptom of dehydration - thus, maintaining hydration, particularly during long-lasting physical activities, is essential.
As a reaction to high temperatures, the human body begins to perspire, using the evaporation of sweat to lower its temperature. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. Should the body fail to balance its heat gain, the escalating temperature poses health challenges.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Kikondi, Congo, is 86%.

Rainfall

In January, in Kikondi, the rain falls for 27.8 days. Throughout January, 124mm (4.88") of precipitation is accumulated. In Kikondi, during the entire year, the rain falls for 228.5 days and collects up to 1086mm (42.76") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Kikondi, the average length of the day in January is 12h and 22min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:21. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 18:29 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 7.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, May through July, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during January, leads to the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned 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. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.

Updated: Feb 6, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

In Kikondi, in January, the average high-temperature is 30.6°C (87.1°F), and the average low-temperature is 21.8°C (71.2°F). In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 42°C (107.6°F).

The average relative humidity in January in Kikondi is 86%.

In Kikondi, in January, it is raining for 27.8 days, with typically 124mm (4.88") of accumulated precipitation.

The average day length in January in Kikondi, Congo, is 12h and 22min.

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:21. On the last day of the month, in Kikondi, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 18:29 WAT.

In January, the average sunshine duration in Kikondi, Congo, is 7.9h.

January, February, May through July, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index.

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

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31°C

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Average humidity

Average rainfall

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Average daylight

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2.3

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Average temperature in January
Kikondi, Congo

Average high temperature in January: 30.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (32.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.7°C).

Average low temperature in January: 21.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (22.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (19.6°C).

Average pressure in January
Kikondi, Congo

Average pressure in January: 1011.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.5mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Kikondi, Congo

Average wind speed in January: 4.5km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are August and September (8.5km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are April and May (4.2km/h).

Average humidity in January
Kikondi, Congo

Average humidity in January: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (63%).

Average rainfall in January
Kikondi, Congo

Average rainfall in January: 124mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (190mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Kikondi, Congo

Average rainfall days in January: 27.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (27.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (2.2 days).

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

Average daylight in January: 12h and 24min

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: 7h and 54min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 8h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Kikondi, Congo

Average sunshine days in January: 2.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (26.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (2.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Kikondi, Congo

Average UV index in January: 6

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

Average cloud cover in January
Kikondi, Congo

Average cloud cover in January: 54

The months with the most cloud cover are October and November (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in January
Kikondi, Congo

Average visibility in January: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, November and December (7km).