January weather forecastMoungengé, Congo

Weather in January

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

Temperature

Moungengé records a slight change with January's average high-temperatures adjusting to a still hot 31.3°C (88.3°F) from December's 30.5°C (86.9°F). Throughout January, an average low-temperature of 22.3°C (72.1°F) is expected.

Heat index

For January, the heat index is estimated at a scorching 44°C (111.2°F). Precaution: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are possible. Heatstroke is a serious risk with continued exertion.
Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Young ones often disregard the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst usually indicates advanced dehydration - hence, it is key to stay hydrated, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
The innate cooling system of the human body revolves around perspiration, with the evaporation of sweat being central to this process. An increase in relative humidity hinders the body's normal cooling function by reducing evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of body cooling and enhancing the sense of warmth. When the heat gained surpasses the body's cooling capacity, temperatures rise, signaling potential health concerns.

Humidity

In Moungengé, the average relative humidity in January is 86%.

Rainfall

In Moungengé, during January, the rain falls for 28.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 148mm (5.83") of precipitation. In Moungengé, 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 in Moungengé is 12h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:23. On the last day of January, in Moungengé, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:32 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 7.5h.

UV index

January, August and September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 7 in January translates into the following instructions:
Deter overexposure. Protecting against the sun's effects is essential. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.