January weather forecastMakoua, Congo

Weather in January

January poses a somewhat mild weather setting in Makoua, Congo. It commences the year in a lukewarm manner, and the transition from December to January isn't significantly strong. The average high temperature reaches up to 34.3°C (93.7°F), laying a moderate heat blanket for the month. The humidity and rainfall patterns remain manageable fostering a comfortable environment. Towards the close of the month, a subtle fall in temperatures precedes the approaching February weather conditions.

Temperature

Makoua's temperatures tend to reach their peak averages in January, with a high of 34.3°C (93.7°F) and a low of 22.8°C (73°F).

Heat index

In January, the average heat index is evaluated at a scorching 44°C (111.2°F). Warning: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are anticipated. Heatstroke is a risk with ongoing activity.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
The body's inherent cooling system operates through perspiration, wherein evaporating sweat offsets excessive heat. Heightened relative humidity interferes with the body's usual cooling mechanism by reducing evaporation, subsequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and increasing the sensation of heat. Overheating can ensue when the body accumulates more heat than it can release, and dehydration severity may vary.

Humidity

The least humid month in Makoua is January, with an average relative humidity of 63%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 14.2 days and accumulates 33mm (1.3") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Makoua, Congo, the average length of the day in January is 12h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 18:04. On the last day of January, in Makoua, Congo, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:14 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 9.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through July, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. 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: The UV index of 7 in January translates into these instructions:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.