January weather forecast
Loungou, Congo

January, like December, is another tropical summer month in Loungou, Congo, with temperature in the range of an average high of 31.6°C (88.9°F) and an average low of 21.8°C (71.2°F).

Temperature

The advent of January observes an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.6°C (88.9°F), nearly identical to December's 30.3°C (86.5°F). Loungou records a steady low-temperature average of 21.8°C (71.2°F) during January.

Heat index

In January, the heat index is computed to be a scorching 42°C (107.6°F). Take greater precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could result from lengthy activity.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Children often fail to understand the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst is a late manifestation of dehydration - hence, it is crucial to stay hydrated, especially during ongoing physical activities.
For the human body, perspiration is the go-to method to regulate temperature, using sweat's evaporation to dissipate warmth. Under high air temperature coupled with high humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is reduced, intensifying the sensation of heat. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.

Humidity

In Loungou, Congo, the average relative humidity in January is 78%.

Rainfall

In Loungou, in January, it is raining for 24.9 days, with typically 96mm (3.78") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 293.4 rainfall days, and 1534mm (60.39") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 12h and 15min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:17. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:25 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January, April and July, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 7 in January, converts into the following recommendations:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.