January weather forecast
Bahir Dar, Ethiopia

January in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia presents a harmonious interplay between sunshine and cool temperatures. Visitors witness this Ethiopian city bask in 10 hours of bright sunlight and can expect a pleasing difference in the day and night time temperatures. The month follows a clear weather cycle with barely any rainfall, registering the lowest amount of precipitation, at just 2mm (0.08"). The mildness of January's climate makes it a particularly great time to check out the city's famed Lake Tana and its delightful floating papyrus islands. Thus, the month is typically marked by its warm, sunny days and cool nights, offering the shortest extremes in weather conditions.

Temperature

At the onset of January, Bahir Dar records an average high-temperature of a still warm 29°C (84.2°F), showing little deviation from the preceding month. Throughout January nights, Bahir Dar reports a steady thermal contrast from the day, with an average low-temperature of 8°C (46.4°F).

Rainfall

January and February are months with the least rain in Bahir Dar when the rain falls for 1 days and typically aggregates up to 2mm (0.08") of rain.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia, is 11h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 18:17. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 18:32 EAT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia, are January, February and December, with an average of 10h of sunshine.

UV index

In Bahir Dar, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 11. A UV Index value of 11, and more, symbolizes an ultimate health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 11 during January morphs into the following directions:
Adopt every precaution of necessity, unprotected skin and eyes may suffer burns instantly. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Before heading out, apply sunscreen with 30 SPF or more to avoid sunburn and harmful radiation effects.