January weather forecast
Edou, Congo

The new year starts off in Edou, Congo with typical tropical weather, characterized by its high humidity and temperature. The recorded high temperature is 32.7°C (90.9°F), while the low is 22.8°C (73°F). January's weather is rather steady, making it predictable with primarily warm sunny days. The rain remains at a moderate level, while the wind presence is subtle. Consequently, this sets a calming aura to begin the year, as the weather stays persistently tropical without any abrupt alterations to the norm.

Temperature

Entering January, Edou's average high-temperature reads a still hot 32.7°C (90.9°F), indicating a close resemblance to the previous month's climate. During January, the temperature is averaged to a low of 22.8°C (73°F) at night.

Heat index

The heat index in January is appraised at an extremely hot 42°C (107.6°F). Implement additional safety measures to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity might trigger heatstroke.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. Heat index values may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when exposed to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. The effect is experienced differently by individuals, hinging on unique characteristics such as body mass, stature, and level of activity. 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 extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Children often lack awareness of the importance of taking breaks and rehydrating. The feeling of thirst is a late indication of dehydration, so maintaining hydration, especially during long periods of physical activity, is critical.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. Greater relative humidity lessens the rate of evaporation, thus decreasing the body's heat dispersal, which gives rise to a sensation of overheating. Heat-related disorders may develop if heat gain in the body overshadows its cooling capacity, leading to elevated temperatures.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Edou is 68%.

Rainfall

In January, in Edou, the rain falls for 21 days. Throughout January, 66mm (2.6") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 276.3 rainfall days, and 1248mm (49.13") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Edou, the average length of the day in January is 12h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:05. On the last day of January, in Edou, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 18:14 WAT.

Sunshine

January has the most sunshine of the year in Edou, with an average of 10.3h of sunshine.

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 reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests this advice:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.