January weather forecast
Karonga, Malawi

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Weather in January

In contrast to subsequent months, January extends a damp and dewy atmosphere with an overall humidity reaching 76%. A calm, subtle wind flow makes the wet conditions mild, setting no hindrance to outdoor activities. Visitors and residents can anticipate cloudy skies prevailing throughout the month, creating grayscale landscapes and stunning cloudy horizons. Rainfall happening over 28.5 days spreads a soothing chill in the city. The tranquil drizzle coating the city streets gives a refreshing outlook to Karonga in the first month of the calendar year.

Temperature

The advent of January signifies a minor shift to an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 27.2°C, aligning closely with December. Karonga's temperature drops to an average low of 21.3°C during the nights of January.

Heat index

During January, the heat index is appraised at a tropical 30°C. Continuing activity during long-lasting exposure might induce tiredness and result in heat cramps.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. Heat index values may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when exposed to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. It is noteworthy that being in direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.

Humidity

In Karonga, the average relative humidity in January is 76%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 28.5 days and typically aggregates up to 187mm of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Karonga is 12h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:26 and sunset at 18:08. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 18:13 CAT.

Sunshine

With an average of 10.5h of sunshine, January has the most sunshine of the year in Karonga.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Karonga is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.
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FAQ

What is the average January temperature in Karonga?

Karonga in January has an average high-temperature of 27.2°C and an average low-temperature of 21.3°C. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in January is appraised at 30°C.

What is the average humidity in January in Karonga?

In January, the average relative humidity in Karonga is 76%.

What is the wettest month in Karonga?

The month with the most rainfall in Karonga, Malawi, is January, when the rain falls for 28.5 days and typically aggregates up to 187mm of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Karonga in January?

In Karonga, in January, during 28.5 rainfall days, 187mm of precipitation is typically accumulated.

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

In January, the average day length in Karonga is 12h and 38min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Karonga?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:26 and sunset at 18:08. On the last day of the month, in Karonga, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 18:13 CAT.

What month has the most sunshine in Karonga?

The month with the most sunshine is January, with an average of 10.5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Karonga have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Karonga, Malawi, is 10.5h.

What is the UV index reading in January in Karonga?

In Karonga, Malawi, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Karonga, Malawi

Average temperature in January - Karonga, Malawi
  • Average high temperature in January: 27.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is November (28.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (23.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 21.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (22°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (15.8°C).

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Average pressure in January
Karonga, Malawi

Average pressure in January - Karonga, Malawi
  • Average pressure in January: 1012.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1019.5mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are January, February, November and December (1012.2mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Karonga, Malawi

Average wind speed in January - Karonga, Malawi
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (9.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (6.1km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Karonga, Malawi

Average humidity in January - Karonga, Malawi
  • Average humidity in January: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and April (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (60%).

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Average rainfall in January
Karonga, Malawi

Average rainfall in January - Karonga, Malawi
  • Average rainfall in January: 187mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (187mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Karonga, Malawi

Average rainfall days in January - Karonga, Malawi
  • Average rainfall days in January: 28.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (28.5 days).
The months with the least rainy days are August and September (0.9 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Karonga, Malawi

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Karonga, Malawi
  • Average daylight in January: 12h and 4min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 10h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Karonga, Malawi

Average sunshine days in January - Karonga, Malawi
  • Average sunshine days in January: 1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (29.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (0.9 days).

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Average UV index in January
Karonga, Malawi

Average UV index in January - Karonga, Malawi
  • Average UV index in January: 6

The month with the highest UV index is October (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).

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Average cloud cover in January
Karonga, Malawi

Average cloud cover in January - Karonga, Malawi
  • Average cloud cover in January: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 11).

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Average visibility in January
Karonga, Malawi

Average visibility in January - Karonga, Malawi
  • Average visibility in January: 9km

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

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