January weather forecast
Kwamouth, Democratic Republic of Congo

In Kwamouth, Democratic Republic of Congo, January kicks off the year with a warm and rainy season refreshing the surroundings, making the greenery lush and vibrant. Relative humidity levels reach a significant 71%. This predominantly cloudy month offers moderate daylight hours of 12.3 hours. The varying constant winds imbue a sense of changes on the horizon. In comparison with the following month, January guarantees marginally lower rainfall, and the temperature range experiences small shifts.

Temperature

The introduction of January in Kwamouth sees an average high-temperature of a still tropical 32.5°C (90.5°F), hardly deviating from December. An average low-temperature of 22.3°C (72.1°F) is common during the nights of January.

Heat index

The heat index for January is estimated at a scorching 42°C (107.6°F). More protective measures are required - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Heatstroke may follow lengthy activity.
When assessing, remember that heat index measurements are for light winds and shaded spots. Heat index values may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when exposed to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. 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 extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Youngsters frequently overlook the need for breaks and fluid intake. Thirst is an advanced sign of dehydration - thereby highlighting the importance of keeping hydrated, particularly during long physical activities.
Perspiration is the body's default response to elevated temperatures, as it promotes the evaporation of sweat to achieve cooling. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. Exceeding the body's heat disposal threshold results in a rise in body temperature and potential thermal disorders.

Humidity

In Kwamouth, Democratic Republic of Congo, the average relative humidity in January is 71%.

Rainfall

In Kwamouth, during January, the rain falls for 23.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 69mm (2.72") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Kwamouth, there are 277.8 rainfall days, and 1195mm (47.05") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Kwamouth is 12h and 17min.
On the first day of January in Kwamouth, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 18:07. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:16 WAT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine in Kwamouth is January, with an average of 10.6h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Kwamouth, Democratic Republic of Congo, are January through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In January, a regular UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.