January weather forecast
Yumbi, Democratic Republic of Congo

January, the same as December, in Yumbi, Democratic Republic of Congo, is another hot summer month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.7°C (90.9°F) and 22.8°C (73°F).

Temperature

The advent of January sees the average high-temperature at a still tropical 32.7°C (90.9°F), subtly shifted from December's 31.5°C (88.7°F). Throughout the month of January, Yumbi reports a steady low-temperature average of 22.8°C (73°F).

Heat index

In January, the heat index is estimated at an extremely hot 42°C (107.6°F). Incorporate extra safety measures to avoid heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Continuous activity could provoke heatstroke.
Keep in mind the heat index values are meant for areas in shade and with light wind. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is the result of factoring in humidity to the air temperature, indicating perceived warmth. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. Consider the fact that direct sun exposure can influence how hot one feels, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.
The physiological response of the human body to excess warmth is to perspire, thereby cooling itself through sweat evaporation. Augmented relative humidity impedes typical body cooling mechanisms by lowering the evaporation rate, resulting in decreased body cooling and an amplified perception of heat. When body heat isn't effectively managed, risks of dehydration and overheating amplify.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 68%.

Rainfall

In Yumbi, during January, the rain falls for 21 days and regularly aggregates up to 66mm (2.6") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 276.3 rainfall days, and 1248mm (49.13") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 12h and 13min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 18:04. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:13 WAT.

Sunshine

With an average of 10.3h of sunshine, January has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

January through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 7 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun 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.