January weather forecast
Mateba, Congo

January, the same as December, in Mateba, Congo, is a hot summer month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 31.3°C (88.3°F) and an average low of 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Temperature

Mateba records an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.3°C (88.3°F) as January arrives, nearly mirroring the previous month's climate. January witnesses an average nighttime temperature of 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Heat index

January's average heat index is estimated at a blistering 44°C (111.2°F). Alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely to occur. Prolonged exertion can lead to heatstroke.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. If directly exposed to the sun, the heat index could rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual's weather perception. Direct sunlight exposure should be noted as it has the potential to increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 86%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 28.6 days. Throughout January, 148mm (5.83") of precipitation is accumulated. In Mateba, during the entire year, the rain falls for 240.9 days and collects up to 1267mm (49.88") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 12h and 16min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:23. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:31 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 7.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January, August and September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the UV index of 7 transforms into the following advice:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.