January weather forecast
Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo

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Weather in January

Weather in January in Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo, heralds in the New Year with a wet start. There are fluctuations in temperature and humidity with rainfall being a defining element. It offers neither the highest rainfall nor the driest period. The unique aspect of this month is the average monthly rainfall peaks at 105mm (4.13"), occurring over an estimated 28 days. Despite the rain, sunshine remains typical with an ample number of daylight hours.

Temperature

The arrival of January in Bukavu sees a recorded average high-temperature of a still warm 23.6°C (74.5°F), showing little divergence from the previous month's conditions. In January, the average low-temperature in Bukavu records at a moderate 13.8°C (56.8°F) during the nights.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Bukavu is 75%.

Rainfall

In Bukavu, in January, it is raining for 28.2 days, with typically 105mm (4.13") of accumulated precipitation. In Bukavu, during the entire year, the rain falls for 294.8 days and collects up to 1224mm (48.19") of precipitation.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo, is 12h and 15min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:24 CAT.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Bukavu is 8.9h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Bukavu. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 during January translates into the following guidance:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in January in Bukavu?

The high-temperature, in January, in Bukavu, records 23.6°C (74.5°F), while the low-temperature is 13.8°C (56.8°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Bukavu?

The average relative humidity in January is 75%.

How much does it rain in Bukavu in January?

In Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo, in January, during 28.2 rainfall days, 105mm (4.13") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Bukavu?

The average day length in January in Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo, is 12h and 15min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Bukavu?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of the month, in Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:24 CAT.

How many hours of sunshine does Bukavu have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Bukavu is 8.9h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Bukavu?

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Bukavu?

The months with the lowest UV index in Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo, are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

How high is the UV index in January in Bukavu?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo, is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average daylight
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Average temperature in January
Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average temperature in January - Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average high temperature in January: 23.6°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are August and September (24.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is May (22.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 13.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (15.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is June (12.5°C).

Average pressure in January
Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average pressure in January - Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average pressure in January: 1013.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1015.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1012.5mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average wind speed in January - Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average wind speed in January: 4.7km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are May, June, July and August (5.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (4.1km/h).

Average humidity in January
Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average humidity in January - Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average humidity in January: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (60%).

Average rainfall in January
Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average rainfall in January - Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average rainfall in January: 105mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (167mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (21mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average rainfall days in January - Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average rainfall days in January: 28.2 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are March and December (30.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (13.2 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average daylight in January: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 8h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average sunshine days in January - Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average sunshine days in January: 1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (0.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average UV index in January - Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average UV index in January: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in January
Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average cloud cover in January - Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average cloud cover in January: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in January
Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average visibility in January - Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average visibility in January: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December (9km).

Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo

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