January weather forecast
Kwilu Ngongo, Democratic Republic of Congo

Commencing the year, Kwilu Ngongo, Democratic Republic of Congo experiences its highest relative humidity at 87%, creating an airy ubiquity to its landscape. Surrounding the humid outlook, rainfall is frequent as the land rejuvenates. A prevailing wind sways through the lush foliage, carrying a balmy embrace. While beautiful cloudscapes enshroud much of the empyrean vista, the January sun still pierces through allowing for pleasant daylight hours. This encompasses the essence of the local weather patterns at this time, that starkly contrast against the following month's gradual changes.

Temperature

The advent of January sees the average high-temperature at a still moderately hot 28.8°C (83.8°F), subtly shifted from December's 28.2°C (82.8°F). Nighttime temperature in Kwilu Ngongo experiences an average drop to an agreeable 20.9°C (69.6°F) in January.

Heat index

Throughout January, the heat index is calculated to be a very hot 36°C (96.8°F). Take additional safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Prolonged activity may cause heatstroke.
It is worth noting that heat index values are gauged for conditions in the shade and light breezes. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. It is noteworthy to mention that direct sunlight exposure can augment the felt temperature, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. With a lot of moisture in the air, the evaporation process is not as effective, and the body does not cool down as efficiently, creating a perception of overheating. When the body's heat gain surpasses its removal capacity, body temperature starts to climb, leading to potential heat-related ailments.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Kwilu Ngongo is 87%.

Rainfall

In Kwilu Ngongo, in January, it is raining for 27.1 days, with typically 168mm (6.61") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 233.4 rainfall days, and 1301mm (51.22") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Kwilu Ngongo, Democratic Republic of Congo, is 12h and 24min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 18:17. On the last day of January, in Kwilu Ngongo, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 18:25 WAT.

Sunshine

In Kwilu Ngongo, the average sunshine in January is 7.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Kwilu Ngongo are January through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 6 in January transforms into this advice:
Stand by precautions and apply sun safety measures. Evading sunburn is of great importance. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.