January weather forecastKitsindi, Congo

January

Weather in January

January in Kitsindi, 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

Kitsindi commences January with an average high-temperature of a tropical 30.6°C (87.1°F), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. Throughout January, Kitsindi registers a consistent average low-temperature of 21.8°C (71.2°F).

Heat index

During January, the heat index is evaluated at a blisteringly hot 42°C (107.6°F). Heightened precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Young ones regularly neglect the requirement for rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late stage of dehydration - so, it is necessary to keep hydrated, particularly during extended periods of physical exertion.
The natural method the human body uses to remove excess heat is by perspiring and letting sweat evaporate. Under high air temperature and high humidity (high heat index) conditions, the body's ability to perspire is compromised, increasing the sensation of heat. As the body gains more heat than it can dissipate, there's a risk of increasing temperatures and resultant overheating.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Daylight

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

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 7.9h.

UV index

January, February, May through July, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Kitsindi. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 in January translates into this advice:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.

Frequently asked questions

During January, Kitsindi experiences an average high-temperature of 30.6°C (87.1°F) and a low-temperature of 21.8°C (71.2°F). In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 42°C (107.6°F).

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

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

The average day length in January in Kitsindi is 12h and 21min.

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.

The average sunshine duration in January is 7.9h.

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

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Kitsindi, Congo, is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Kitsindi, 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
Kitsindi, 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
Kitsindi, 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
Kitsindi, 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
Kitsindi, 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
Kitsindi, 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
Kitsindi, 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: 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
Kitsindi, 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
Kitsindi, 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
Kitsindi, 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
Kitsindi, 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).