January weather forecast
Nioka, Democratic Republic of Congo

January

Weather in January

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

Temperature

Nioka, Democratic Republic of Congo, marks the arrival of January with an average high-temperature of a hot 30°C (86°F), hardly different from December's 27.6°C (81.7°F). Throughout the month of January, the nighttime temperature dips to an average of 18.1°C (64.6°F).

Heat index

Throughout January, the heat index is appraised at a hot 32°C (89.6°F). Enduring exposure and ongoing activity could cause a sense of fatigue and subsequent heat cramps.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. One's exposure to direct sunlight has the potential to intensify the heat sensation, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 11.1 days and accumulates 42mm (1.65") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:00. On the last day of January, in Nioka, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:11 CAT.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 9.8h.

UV index

January through May, July, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Nioka. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in January leads to these guidelines:
Deter overexposure. Protecting against the sun's effects is essential. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Nioka in January?
The high-temperature in Nioka, Democratic Republic of Congo, during January is 30°C (86°F) and the low-temperature is 18.1°C (64.6°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in January is appraised at 32°C (89.6°F).
What is the least humid month in Nioka?
With an average relative humidity of 55%, January is the least humid month.
What is the average humidity in January in Nioka?
In Nioka, Democratic Republic of Congo, the average relative humidity in January is 55%.
What is the driest month in Nioka?
January is the month with the least rainfall in Nioka. Rain falls for 11.1 days and accumulates 42mm (1.65") of precipitation.
How much does it rain in Nioka in January?
In Nioka, Democratic Republic of Congo, in January, during 11.1 rainfall days, 42mm (1.65") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Nioka have in January?
In January, the average day length in Nioka is 12h and 1min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Nioka?
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:11 CAT.
How long on average sun shines in January in Nioka?
In January, the average sunshine duration in Nioka is 9.8h.
What is the month with the highest UV index in Nioka?
January through May, July, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Nioka, Democratic Republic of Congo.
What is the UV index reading in January in Nioka?
In Nioka, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Nioka, 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
Nioka, 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
Nioka, 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
Nioka, 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
Nioka, 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
Nioka, 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
Nioka, 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
Nioka, 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
Nioka, 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
Nioka, 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
Nioka, 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).

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