January weather forecast
Aksum, Ethiopia

January weather in Aksum, Ethiopia, is characterized by a sunny and slightly cooler climate. The temperature slightly drops to its lowest threshold, making it an attractive season for those looking to avoid intense heat. Witnessing only 3 days of rainfall, the city experiences a dry spell in January. Remarkably, temperatures range from 7.5°C (45.5°F) to 25.9°C (78.6°F) during this month that sets a colder vibes. Overall, it provides ample sunshine with less rainfall, making it ideal for outdoor activities.

Temperature

January begins with an average high-temperature of a still warm 25.9°C (78.6°F), reflecting close similarity to the preceding month. A considerable shift from the daytime highs is observed in Aksum during January nights, with an average low of 7.5°C (45.5°F).

Rainfall

In Aksum, in January, during 3 rainfall days, 3mm (0.12") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 63 rainfall days, and 652mm (25.67") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 11h and 24min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:49 and sunset at 18:07. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 18:23 EAT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are January through May, October through December, with an average of 9h of sunshine.

UV index

In Aksum, Ethiopia, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 10. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 10 suggests these recommendations:
Being careless can result in skin and eye damage. Always take the necessary safety measures. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.