January weather forecast
Kintsimba, Congo

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

Temperature

January begins with an average high-temperature of a hot 30.6°C (87.1°F), reflecting close similarity to the preceding month. During January, the nighttime temperature averages to a pleasant 21.8°C (71.2°F).

Heat index

For January, the heat index is estimated at an extremely hot 42°C (107.6°F). Extra precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible outcomes. Extended activity could lead to heatstroke.
One should be cognizant that the heat index values are tailored for shaded spots and mild winds. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', evaluates the perceived heat by adding the effect of moisture in the air. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
The physiological response of the human body to excess warmth is to perspire, thereby cooling itself through sweat evaporation. Relative humidity in excess curtails evaporation, therefore reducing heat dissipation from the body, leading to feelings of excess heat. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Kintsimba is 86%.

Rainfall

In Kintsimba, during January, the rain falls for 27.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 124mm (4.88") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Kintsimba, there are 228.5 rainfall days, and 1086mm (42.76") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 12h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 18:28 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Kintsimba, Congo, is 7.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Kintsimba are January, February, May through July, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Follow precautions and abide by sun safety rules. Deterrence of sunburn is imperative. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.