January weather forecast
Matoko, Congo

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

Temperature

The warmest temperatures occur during January, when averages reach a peak of 36.2°C (97.2°F) and a low of 21.5°C (70.7°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during January is evaluated at a blistering 44°C (111.2°F). Caution: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are expected. Sustained activity could lead to heatstroke.
When considering the heat index, it's pivotal to note it is for shade and mild wind conditions. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Direct exposure to sun rays can potentially augment the heat sensation, elevating the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Children regularly disregard the necessity to rest and replenish fluids. Thirst is a late symptom of dehydration - thus, maintaining hydration, particularly during long-lasting physical activities, is essential.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. Higher relative humidity impedes evaporation, thus reducing heat dispersion from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.

Humidity

The least humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 51%.

Rainfall

In January, in Matoko, the rain falls for 7.3 days. Throughout January, 19mm (0.75") of precipitation is 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, Congo, 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

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

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 value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.