January weather forecast
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Weather in January

January falls within the hot, wet season in Comoros and is one of the warmest months of the year. The archipelago experiences temperatures averaging from 26°C (78.8°F) to 30°C (86°F). These high temperatures, combined with intense humidity, can make January feel quite hot and sticky, especially during the afternoons.

The city of Moroni, the capital of Comoros located on the west coast of Grande Comore, typically follows the general weather trend of the country. Thus, in January, Moroni also experiences high temperatures and significant rainfall.

January is characterized by abundant rainfall, contributing to the high annual precipitation typical of Comoros' tropical rainforest climate. Rainfall during January can exceed 200mm (7.87"), with a high likelihood of tropical showers and thunderstorms. This makes it one of the rainiest months of the year.

The weather in January contrasts significantly with that of the preceding months. November and December mark the beginning of the hot, wet season but generally have less rainfall compared to January. The rainfall in January significantly exceeds that of December, heralding the peak of the wet season.

In terms of daylight, January, being in the middle of the southern hemisphere's summer, offers longer daylight hours. Sunrise occurs early, providing ample daylight for activities, though the frequent rain and high temperatures may limit outdoor exploration.

It is important to note that January also falls within the cyclone season, which typically runs from November to April. This means that there is a risk of severe weather conditions, including strong winds and torrential rain, due to potential cyclones.

  • Moroni - January »
    With an average relative humidity of 78%, January is the most humid month in Moroni. With an average relative humidity of 78%, January is the most humid month in Moroni.
  • Fomboni - January »
    The month with the most rainfall in Fomboni is January, when the rain falls for 23.2 days and typically aggregates up to 179mm (7.05") of precipitation. January through April, with an average sea temperature of 29°C (84.2°F), are months with the warmest seawater in Fomboni, Comoros.
  • Ouani - January »
    The months of January through April, November and December see the peak of Ouani's temperatures, averaging a high of 27°C (80.6°F). Ouani witnesses its average highest temperatures during January through April, November and December, peaking at 27°C (80.6°F).
  • Moya - January »
    The month with the most rainfall in Moya is January, when the rain falls for 23.2 days and typically aggregates up to 179mm (7.05") of precipitation. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Moya, Comoros.
  • Iconi - January »
    January is the most humid month in Iconi with an average relative humidity of 78%. The month with the most rainfall in Iconi is January, when the rain falls for 21.3 days and typically aggregates up to 233mm (9.17") of precipitation.
  • Sima - January »
    In Sima, Comoros, in January, during 22.2 rainfall days, 176mm (6.93") of precipitation is typically accumulated. With an average relative humidity of 78%, January is the most humid month in Sima, Comoros.
  • Koni-Djodjo - January »
    In Koni-Djodjo in January, during 23.2 rainfall days, 179mm (7.05") of precipitation is typically accumulated. The months with the lowest UV index in Koni-Djodjo, Comoros, are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
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