January weather forecast
Sanduku, Democratic Republic of Congo

January

Weather in January

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

Temperature

January's onset records a minor alteration in the average high-temperature to a hot 30°C (86°F) from December's 27.6°C (81.7°F). The average temperature during January nights in Sanduku is registered at a refreshing 18.1°C (64.6°F).

Heat index

In January, the average heat index is computed to be a hot 32°C (89.6°F). Extended exposure and activity might lead to tiredness, potentially resulting in heat cramps.
Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. The heat index values could be amplified by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.

Humidity

The least humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 55%.

Rainfall

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

Daylight

In Sanduku, 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 18:01. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:11 CAT.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 9.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, July, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 during January translates into the following directions:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in January?
The average high-temperature, in January, in Sanduku, is 30°C (86°F), while the average low-temperature is 18.1°C (64.6°F). In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 32°C (89.6°F).
What is the least humid month?
With an average relative humidity of 55%, January is the least humid month.
What is the average humidity in January?
In January, the average relative humidity in Sanduku is 55%.
What is the driest month?
January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 11.1 days and accumulates 42mm (1.65") of precipitation.
How much does it rain in January?
In Sanduku, Democratic Republic of Congo, in January, it is raining for 11.1 days, with typically 42mm (1.65") of accumulated precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Sanduku have in January?
The average day length in January is 12h and 1min.
When are sunrise and sunset in January?
In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:01. On the last day of the month, in Sanduku, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:11 CAT.
How long on average sun shines in January?
The average sunshine duration in January is 9.8h.
What is the month with the highest UV index in Sanduku?
January through May, July, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.
How high is the UV index in January?
The average daily maximum UV index in January is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
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Average temperature in January - Sanduku, Democratic Republic of Congo
Average temperature in January
Sanduku, 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 - Sanduku, Democratic Republic of Congo
Average pressure in January
Sanduku, 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 - Sanduku, Democratic Republic of Congo
Average wind speed in January
Sanduku, 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 - Sanduku, Democratic Republic of Congo
Average humidity in January
Sanduku, 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 - Sanduku, Democratic Republic of Congo
Average rainfall in January
Sanduku, 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 - Sanduku, Democratic Republic of Congo
Average rainfall days in January
Sanduku, 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 - Sanduku, Democratic Republic of Congo
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Sanduku, 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 - Sanduku, Democratic Republic of Congo
Average sunshine days in January
Sanduku, 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 - Sanduku, Democratic Republic of Congo
Average UV index in January
Sanduku, 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 - Sanduku, Democratic Republic of Congo
Average cloud cover in January
Sanduku, 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 - Sanduku, Democratic Republic of Congo
Average visibility in January
Sanduku, 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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