January weather forecastMatoko, Congo

January

Weather in January

January in Matoko, Congo, is a very hot winter month, with an average temperature varying between 36.2°C (97.2°F) and 21.5°C (70.7°F).

Temperature

During the warmest month, January, temperatures average a high of 36.2°C (97.2°F) and a low of 21.5°C (70.7°F).

Heat index

January's average heat index is appraised at an extremely hot 44°C (111.2°F). Attention: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are anticipated. Prolonged effort can result in heatstroke.
For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. In the presence of direct sunshine, the heat index could be augmented by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. Consider that direct sun exposure can intensify the felt heat, adding potentially 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Youngsters often neglect the necessity for rest and hydration. Thirst is a sign of advancing dehydration - thus the importance of maintaining hydration, specifically during long-lasting physical activities.
To achieve cooling, the human body employs perspiration, relying on the subsequent evaporation of sweat. When relative humidity increases, the body's capacity to evaporate heat decreases, leading to a heightened sense of warmth. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 51%, January is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Matoko, in January, during 7.3 rainfall days, 19mm (0.75") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Matoko, during the entire year, the rain falls for 235.6 days and collects up to 906mm (35.67") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Matoko, the average length of the day in January is 12h and 3min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 17:54. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:05 WAT.

Sunshine

January has the most sunshine of the year in Matoko, with an average of 10.2h of sunshine.

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 estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 7 during January translates into the following guidance:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.

Updated: Jul 23, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

The warmest period is January, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 36.2°C (97.2°F) and a low of 21.5°C (70.7°F).

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 36.2°C (97.2°F) and 21.5°C (70.7°F) respectively. In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 44°C (111.2°F).

With an average relative humidity of 51%, January is the least humid month.

In January, the average relative humidity is 51%.

In Matoko, Congo, during January, the rain falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 19mm (0.75") of precipitation.

The average day length in January is 12h and 3min.

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 17:54. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:05 WAT.

The month with the most sunshine is January, with an average of 10.2h of sunshine.

The average sunshine duration in January is 10.2h.

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

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Long-term

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

Dec

January

Feb

Average high temperature

34.4°C

36.2°C

35.8°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

4.7km/h

5.2km/h

5.5km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

19.8

21.3

11.5

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Matoko, Congo

Average high temperature in January: 36.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (36.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is October (31°C).

Average low temperature in January: 21.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (22.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is September (21.1°C).

Average pressure in January
Matoko, Congo

Average pressure in January: 1009.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1011.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1008.4mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Matoko, Congo

Average wind speed in January: 4.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (5.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (3.7km/h).

Average humidity in January
Matoko, Congo

Average humidity in January: 51%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (51%).

Average rainfall in January
Matoko, Congo

Average rainfall in January: 19mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (136mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (18mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Matoko, Congo

Average rainfall days in January: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (27.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Matoko, 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 0min).

Average sunshine in January: 10h and 12min

The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 7h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Matoko, Congo

Average sunshine days in January: 21.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (1.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Matoko, Congo

Average UV index in January: 7

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

Average cloud cover in January
Matoko, Congo

Average cloud cover in January: 18

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 18).

Average visibility in January
Matoko, Congo

Average visibility in January: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are September and October (7km).