January weather forecast
Mvengue, Gabon

January, the same as December, in Mvengue, Gabon, is another tropical summer month, with an average temperature ranging between max 31.7°C (89.1°F) and min 21.1°C (70°F).

Temperature

Mvengue's shift from December to January is accompanied by an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.7°C (89.1°F), a slight deviation from 30.4°C (86.7°F). An average low-temperature of 21.1°C (70°F) is noted during the month of January.

Heat index

In January, the heat index is estimated at an extremely hot 43°C (109.4°F). Be alert: Heat exhaustion along with heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke is a threat with sustained physical activity.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is a numerical representation of warmth when taking temperature and moisture levels into account. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. Recognize that direct exposure to the sun can escalate the heat effect, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
One of the main methods the human body employs to cool down is by perspiring, as this process allows sweat to evaporate and remove excess heat. Increased relative humidity interferes with body cooling by slowing the rate of evaporation, resulting in a slower body cooling rate and a heightened feeling of heat. Potential thermal conditions emerge as the body's heat gain outpaces its cooling mechanisms.

Humidity

In Mvengue, the average relative humidity in January is 80%.

Rainfall

In Mvengue, in January, it is raining for 20.2 days, with typically 61mm (2.4") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 295.9 rainfall days, and 1481mm (58.31") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 12h and 12min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:16. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:25 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 9.1h.

UV index

January and July, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 7 in January transforms into the following instructions:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. 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. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.