January weather forecast
Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo

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Weather in January

The calendar year kicks off in Kolwezi with a weather season that is characterized by both high rainfall days and high relative humidity. January also sees notable daylight hours, rendering extra visibility in the city. The wind speed this month is fairly moderate and does not pose any significant hindrances to daily activities. Temperatures in this month, however, reach a notable high of 23.5°C (74.3°F). Yet the month still maintains comfortably mild compared to what lies ahead in the later months of the year.

Temperature

In Kolwezi, January is the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 23.5°C (74.3°F) and a low of 16.2°C (61.2°F).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

Rainfall

In Kolwezi, during January, the rain falls for 28.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 234mm (9.21") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 192 rainfall days, and 1338mm (52.68") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 12h and 40min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:43. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:48 CAT.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 6.3h of sunshine.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In January, a daily UV index of 5 turns into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.

Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

January is the month when Kolwezi experiences its coldest temperatures, averaging a high of 23.5°C (74.3°F) and a low of 16.2°C (61.2°F).

What is the average January temperature in Kolwezi?

The high-temperature during January is 23.5°C (74.3°F) and the low-temperature is 16.2°C (61.2°F).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 89%.

How much does it rain in Kolwezi in January?

In Kolwezi, in January, during 28.8 rainfall days, 234mm (9.21") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Kolwezi have in January?

In January, the average day length in Kolwezi is 12h and 40min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:43. On the last day of the month, in Kolwezi, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:48 CAT.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 6.3h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Kolwezi have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 6.3h.

How high is the UV index in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in January
Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average temperature in January - Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average high temperature in January: 23.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (32°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (18.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is June (12.6°C).

Average pressure in January
Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average pressure in January - Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average pressure in January: 1012.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1016.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1010.8mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average wind speed in January - Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (11.7km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are February and December (5.9km/h).

Average humidity in January
Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average humidity in January - Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average humidity in January: 89%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (31%).

Average rainfall in January
Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average rainfall in January - Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average rainfall in January: 234mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (259mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and August (0mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average rainfall days in January - Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average rainfall days in January: 28.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (29.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (0.1 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average daylight in January: 12h and 4min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average sunshine days in January - Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average sunshine days in January: 1.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (0.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average UV index in January - Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average UV index in January: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, July, August, September and October (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in January
Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average cloud cover in January - Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average cloud cover in January: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 3).

Average visibility in January
Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average visibility in January - Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average visibility in January: 6km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (6km).

Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo

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