January weather forecast
Kikondi, Congo

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.