January Weather in Tshikapa

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Tshikapa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, during January is characterized by an average temperature of 25°C (78°F). Highs can soar to 33°C (92°F), while lows may dip to 21°C (69°F). Typically, the humidity level in Tshikapa throughout January hovers around 88%.

21°C (69°F)

Minimum temperature

25°C (78°F)

Average temperature

33°C (92°F)

Maximum temperature

88%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In January, Tshikapa averages 84 mm (3.3 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 17 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 25 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 7 hours 58 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 14% probability of sunny days during this period.

84 mm (3.3 inches)

Precipitation

17 rainy days

Rainy days

7 hours 58 minutes

Sunshine hours

14%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In January, the UV Index in Tshikapa reaches a maximum of 14, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 13:00 and 15:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 1 2 4 8 11 13 14 12 9 5 2 1 0
Exposure Low Moderate VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 30 min 45 min

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