January weather forecastLoango, Congo

January

Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another warm summer month in Loango, Congo, with an average temperature varying between 29.3°C (84.7°F) and 25.3°C (77.5°F).

Temperature

January welcomes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.3°C (84.7°F), not much different from the preceding month. Loango, during the nights of January, averages a temperature close to its daytime high, at a still warm 25.3°C (77.5°F).

Heat index

January's heat index is calculated to be a sweltering 36°C (96.8°F). Adopt extra preventive measures, the occurrence of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is likely. Heatstroke may follow extended activity.
In terms of the heat index, values are set with light wind and shade conditions in mind. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', evaluates the perceived heat by adding the effect of moisture in the air. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. When exposed to direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to increase by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to 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.
When it comes to cooling down, the human body's primary method is through perspiration, making use of sweat evaporation to eliminate excess heat. In the presence of abundant moisture in the atmosphere, the cooling process through evaporation is hindered, causing the body to feel excessively warm. When the body's heat gain surpasses its removal capacity, body temperature starts to climb, leading to potential heat-related ailments.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Loango is 81%.

Rainfall

In January, in Loango, the rain falls for 25.6 days. Throughout January, 125mm (4.92") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 217.2 rainfall days, and 881mm (34.69") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Loango is 12h and 22min.
On the first day of January in Loango, Congo, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 18:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:35 WAT.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Loango is 8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Loango are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 7 in January suggests the following recommendations:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.

Updated: Feb 6, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature, in January, in Loango, is 29.3°C (84.7°F), while the average low-temperature is 25.3°C (77.5°F). In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 36°C (96.8°F).

In January, the average relative humidity in Loango is 81%.

In Loango, Congo, in January, during 25.6 rainfall days, 125mm (4.92") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In January, the average day length is 12h and 22min.

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 18:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:35 WAT.

The average sunshine duration in January in Loango is 8h.

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Loango.

In Loango, Congo, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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

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January

Feb

Average high temperature

28.5°C

29.3°C

29.8°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

10km/h

9.7km/h

10.3km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

2.9

3.3

4.9

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Loango, Congo

Average high temperature in January: 29.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (30.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (24.7°C).

Average low temperature in January: 25.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (26°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (20.8°C).

Average pressure in January
Loango, Congo

Average pressure in January: 1010.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1009.9mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Loango, Congo

Average wind speed in January: 8.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (8.7km/h).

Average humidity in January
Loango, Congo

Average humidity in January: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (80%).

Average rainfall in January
Loango, Congo

Average rainfall in January: 125mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (159mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (2mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Loango, Congo

Average rainfall days in January: 25.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (25.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (5.1 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Loango, 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: 8h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are April, May and December (Average sunshine: 8h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Loango, Congo

Average sunshine days in January: 3.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (2.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Loango, Congo

Average UV index in January: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in January
Loango, Congo

Average cloud cover in January: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in January
Loango, Congo

Average visibility in January: 10km

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