January weather forecast
Democratic Republic of Congo

In the Democratic Republic of Congo, the weather in January is predominantly dictated by the different climatic zones present within the country's borders. In the tropical rainforest climate of the central basin, January falls within the dry season. Consequently, the region, including cities like Kisangani, receives comparatively less rainfall. Monthly precipitation averages around 50mm (1.97"), a significant decrease from the heavier rainfall of the preceding months. Temperatures, however, remain consistently high, averaging 25°C (77°F), which is typical for this equatorial region.

Moving towards the savannah regions, January is generally one of the wetter months of the year. Cities such as Lubumbashi, located in the southeastern part of the country, experience increased rainfall during this time. Average precipitation ranges from 150mm (5.91") to 200mm (7.87"), while temperatures hover between 20°C (68°F) and 28°C (82.4°F).

In the high-altitude regions, January presents more varied conditions. Areas like Bukavu, situated near the Rwenzori Mountain Range, observe cooler temperatures due to their altitude. The daily average temperature can vary from 15°C (59°F) to 20°C (68°F), and nighttime temperatures often drop further.

Comparatively, January is a transition month in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The rainforest regions are in the midst of their dry season, offering a stark contrast to the more rainy conditions observed in December. Conversely, the savannah regions are transitioning into their wetter period, seeing a notable increase in precipitation when compared to the preceding dry season in November and December. The January weather provides an intriguing mix of conditions across the country's diverse climatic zones.

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• Kinshasa - January »
  In Kinshasa during January, the rain falls for 27.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 110mm (4.33") of precipitation. January, March through May, July through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo.
• Mbuji-Mayi - January »
  As December turns into January in Mbuji-Mayi, the average high-temperatures rest at a still tropical 30.4°C (86.7°F), showing a minor variation from the prior month. When are sunrise and sunset in January in Mbuji-Mayi?
• Kisangani - January »
  The month with the least rainfall in Kisangani is January, when the rain falls for 13.6 days and typically collects 46mm (1.81") of precipitation. The month with the least rainfall in Kisangani is January, when the rain falls for 13.6 days and typically collects 46mm (1.81") of precipitation.
• Kananga - January »
  In Kananga in January, it is raining for 25.6 days, with typically 116mm (4.57") of accumulated precipitation. On the first day of January in Kananga sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:47.
• Goma - January »
  Notably, January in Goma is characterized by the ideal balance of a relatively low average daily amount of rainfall at 57mm (2.24") and modest temperatures with highs around 21.5°C (70.7°F) and lows at approximately 12.8°C (55°F) alongside abundant sunshine for an average of 9 hours a day. In Goma during January, the rain falls for 19.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 57mm (2.24") of precipitation.
• Bukavu - January »
  In Bukavu in January, during 28.2 rainfall days, 105mm (4.13") of precipitation is typically accumulated. The months with the lowest UV index in Bukavu are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.
• Matadi - January »
  In January, the average heat index, which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 42°C (107.6°F). In Matadi in January, it is raining for 27 days, with typically 135mm (5.31") of accumulated precipitation.
• Mbandaka - January »
  The months with the highest UV index in Mbandaka are January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12. Starting the year, January presents itself with warm days and an overall mild weather in Mbandaka, Democratic Republic of Congo.
• Butembo - January »
  In Butembo during January, the rain falls for 18.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 67mm (2.64") of precipitation. The months with the highest UV index in Butembo are January through March, July and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
• Kolwezi - January »
  January and February, with an average relative humidity of 89%, are most humid months in Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo. In Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo, in January, it is raining for 28.8 days, with typically 234mm (9.21") of accumulated precipitation.