January weather forecast
Nioki, Democratic Republic of Congo

January, like December, is another tropical summer month in Nioki, Democratic Republic of Congo, with temperature in the range of an average low of 22.9°C (73.2°F) and an average high of 33°C (91.4°F).

Temperature

Nioki experiences an average high-temperature of a still hot 33°C (91.4°F) in January, subtly different from December's 31.4°C (88.5°F). During January, an average low-temperature of 22.9°C (73.2°F) is observed.

Heat index

January's average heat index is calculated to be a blisteringly hot 44°C (111.2°F). Note: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke can follow with prolonged activity.
The heat index's values are generally associated with conditions in shade and light breezes. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. Additional elements encompassing metabolic differences, the degree of physical activity, and attire can impact the individual's perception of temperature. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
For the human body, perspiration is the go-to method to regulate temperature, using sweat's evaporation to dissipate warmth. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 71%.

Rainfall

In Nioki, in January, during 22.2 rainfall days, 79mm (3.11") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 230.8 rainfall days, and 972mm (38.27") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Nioki, the average length of the day in January is 12h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:44 and sunset at 18:00. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 18:09 WAT.

Sunshine

January has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 11.2h of sunshine.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during January translates into these guidelines:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.