January weather forecastMatoumbou, Congo

January

Weather in January

January in Matoumbou, Congo, is a tropical summer month, with an average temperature ranging between min 21.8°C (71.2°F) and max 30.7°C (87.3°F).

Temperature

Matoumbou commences January with an average high-temperature of a tropical 30.7°C (87.3°F), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. During January, the nighttime temperature averages of 21.8°C (71.2°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in January is calculated to be a blisteringly hot 40°C (104°F). Implement more safety precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may happen. Persistent activity could induce heatstroke.
It is important to note that the heat index values are for shaded areas and light wind scenarios. 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 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. The influence of weather is personal, differing among a variety of individuals based on differences in body mass, stature, and the level 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 quite important for babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not comprehend the need for rest and hydration. Thirst is an advanced stage of dehydration - staying hydrated, especially during extended physical exercises, is essential.
Perspiration, followed by sweat evaporation, is the human body's chief method to maintain a balanced temperature. 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. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.

Humidity

In Matoumbou, the average relative humidity in January is 80%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 27.3 days. Throughout January, 110mm (4.33") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 243.1 rainfall days, and 1109mm (43.66") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 12h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:23 WAT.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 9.4h.

UV index

January, March through May, July through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.

Updated: Jul 22, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature, in January, in Matoumbou, is 30.7°C (87.3°F), while the average low-temperature is 21.8°C (71.2°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in January is calculated to be 40°C (104°F).

The average relative humidity in January is 80%.

In Matoumbou, in January, during 27.3 rainfall days, 110mm (4.33") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

The average day length in January in Matoumbou is 12h and 20min.

On the first day of January in Matoumbou, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:23 WAT.

In January, the average sunshine duration is 9.4h.

The months with the highest UV index are January, March through May, July through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Matoumbou is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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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

29.8°C

30.7°C

31.3°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

5.5km/h

6km/h

6.4km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

1.3

2.6

2.3

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Matoumbou, Congo

Average high temperature in January: 30.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (33.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is November (29.5°C).

Average low temperature in January: 21.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (22.9°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are June and July (20.8°C).

Average pressure in January
Matoumbou, Congo

Average pressure in January: 1011.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1013.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.3mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Matoumbou, Congo

Average wind speed in January: 5.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (8.6km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are April and December (4.7km/h).

Average humidity in January
Matoumbou, Congo

Average humidity in January: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (55%).

Average rainfall in January
Matoumbou, Congo

Average rainfall in January: 110mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (173mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (2mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Matoumbou, Congo

Average rainfall days in January: 27.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (29 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (2.9 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Matoumbou, Congo

Average daylight in January: 12h and 18min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 54min).

Average sunshine in January: 9h and 24min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are June, October and November (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Matoumbou, Congo

Average sunshine days in January: 2.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (27.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (1.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Matoumbou, Congo

Average UV index in January: 7

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

Average cloud cover in January
Matoumbou, Congo

Average cloud cover in January: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in January
Matoumbou, Congo

Average visibility in January: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, March, April, November and December (8km).