January weather forecast
Blukwa, Democratic Republic of Congo

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Weather in January

January is a hot winter month in Blukwa, Democratic Republic of Congo, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30°C (86°F) and 18.1°C (64.6°F).

Temperature

With January's advent, Blukwa sees an average high-temperature of a tropical 30°C (86°F), subtly shifted from December's 27.6°C (81.7°F). January brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 18.1°C (64.6°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during January is calculated to be a tropical 32°C (89.6°F). If one stays active during extended exposure, it might induce fatigue and result in heat cramps.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. 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. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.

Humidity

The least humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 55%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Blukwa, Democratic Republic of Congo, is January, when the rain falls for 11.1 days and typically collects 42mm (1.65") of precipitation.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 12h and 2min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:01. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:12 CAT.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 9.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, July, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 6 in January suggests the following recommendations:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Blukwa in January?

Blukwa in January has an average high-temperature of 30°C (86°F) and an average low-temperature of 18.1°C (64.6°F). In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 32°C (89.6°F).

What is the least humid month in Blukwa?

January is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 55%.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 55%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 11.1 days and typically collects 42mm (1.65") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout January, 42mm (1.65") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Blukwa, the average day length in January is 12h and 2min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:01. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:12 CAT.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 9.8h.

When is the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, July, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index reading in January in Blukwa?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Blukwa is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Blukwa, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average temperature in January - Blukwa, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average high temperature in January: 30°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (31.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (26.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (19.1°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are June, July and August (16.8°C).

Average pressure in January
Blukwa, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average pressure in January - Blukwa, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average pressure in January: 1010.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1009.8mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Blukwa, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average wind speed in January - Blukwa, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average wind speed in January: 5km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (5.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (4.2km/h).

Average humidity in January
Blukwa, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average humidity in January - Blukwa, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average humidity in January: 55%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (55%).

Average rainfall in January
Blukwa, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average rainfall in January - Blukwa, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average rainfall in January: 42mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (241mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (42mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Blukwa, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average rainfall days in January - Blukwa, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (27.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.1 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Blukwa, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Blukwa, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average daylight in January: 12h and 0min

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: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 8h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Blukwa, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average sunshine days in January - Blukwa, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (2.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Blukwa, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average UV index in January - Blukwa, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average UV index in January: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, July, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and August (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in January
Blukwa, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average cloud cover in January - Blukwa, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average cloud cover in January: 14

The months with the most cloud cover are May, August and October (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in January
Blukwa, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average visibility in January - Blukwa, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average visibility in January: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February and March (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, August, September and October (8km).

Blukwa, Democratic Republic of Congo

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