January weather forecastLengoue, Congo

January

Weather in January

January in Lengoue, Congo, is a sweltering winter month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21.5°C (70.7°F) and an average high of 35.7°C (96.3°F).

Temperature

In Lengoue, temperatures reach their average annual highs in January, measuring 35.7°C (96.3°F) and a minimum average of 21.5°C (70.7°F).

Heat index

January's average heat index is appraised at a blistering 44°C (111.2°F). Be on the lookout: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are anticipated. Continued exertion can result in heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Children frequently underestimate the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - thus, it is vital to stay hydrated, particularly during lengthy physical exercises.
The body's self-cooling mechanism is rooted in perspiration, where evaporating sweat cools down excessive warmth. Relative humidity in excess curtails evaporation, therefore reducing heat dissipation from the body, leading to feelings of excess heat. Should the body fail to balance its heat gain, the escalating temperature poses health challenges.

Humidity

January is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 54%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 9.3 days and accumulates 22mm (0.87") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Lengoue, the average length of the day in January is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of January in Lengoue, Congo, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:02. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:12 WAT.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Lengoue is 9.8h.

UV index

January through May, July, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Lengoue, Congo. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 7 translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.

Updated: Feb 6, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

January proves to be the warmest month in Lengoue, Congo, recording an average peak temperature of 35.7°C (96.3°F) and a minimum temperature of 21.5°C (70.7°F).

The high-temperature during January is 35.7°C (96.3°F) and the low-temperature is 21.5°C (70.7°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in January is appraised at 44°C (111.2°F).

January is the least humid month in Lengoue, with an average relative humidity of 54%.

In Lengoue, the average relative humidity in January is 54%.

January is the month with the least rainfall in Lengoue, Congo. Rain falls for 9.3 days and accumulates 22mm (0.87") of precipitation.

In Lengoue, Congo, during January, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 22mm (0.87") of precipitation.

The average day length in January in Lengoue is 12h and 4min.

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:02. On the last day of the month, in Lengoue, Congo, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:12 WAT.

The average sunshine duration in January in Lengoue, Congo, is 9.8h.

January through May, July, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

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

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Year January F M A M J J A S O N D

Dec

January

Feb

Average high temperature

34°C

35.7°C

35.3°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

4.3km/h

4.7km/h

5km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

16.8

18.5

10.6

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Lengoue, Congo

Average high temperature in January: 35.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (35.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is September (30.5°C).

Average low temperature in January: 21.5°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are February and March (22.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is September (21.2°C).

Average pressure in January
Lengoue, Congo

Average pressure in January: 1009.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1012.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1008.8mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Lengoue, Congo

Average wind speed in January: 4.3km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (4.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (3.5km/h).

Average humidity in January
Lengoue, Congo

Average humidity in January: 54%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (54%).

Average rainfall in January
Lengoue, Congo

Average rainfall in January: 22mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (147mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (22mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Lengoue, Congo

Average rainfall days in January: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (28.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

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

Average daylight in January: 12h and 6min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).

Average sunshine in January: 9h and 48min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Lengoue, Congo

Average sunshine days in January: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (2.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Lengoue, Congo

Average UV index in January: 7

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