January weather forecastKwilembe, Malawi

January

Weather in January

January, like December, in Kwilembe, Malawi, is another warm summer month, with an average temperature varying between 20.1°C (68.2°F) and 27.4°C (81.3°F).

Temperature

The introduction of January sees an average high-temperature of a still warm 27.4°C (81.3°F), hardly deviating from December. Throughout the month of January, Kwilembe expects an average low of 20.1°C (68.2°F).

Heat index

For January, the heat index is evaluated at a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). Extended exposure and activity might lead to tiredness, potentially resulting in heat cramps.
Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. The effect is experienced differently by individuals, hinging on unique characteristics such as body mass, stature, and level of activity. Direct sun rays have a notable impact on perceived temperature, which can raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Children often do not understand the need to rest and hydrate. Thirst is a late manifestation of dehydration - therefore, it is essential to stay hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 84%.

Rainfall

In Kwilembe, during January, the rain falls for 28.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 199mm (7.83") of precipitation. In Kwilembe, during the entire year, the rain falls for 177.3 days and collects up to 903mm (35.55") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 12h and 52min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:12 and sunset at 18:10. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:29 and sunset at 18:13 CAT.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Kwilembe is 8.9h.

UV index

In Kwilembe, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during January translates into these guidelines:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.

Frequently asked questions

Kwilembe in January has an average high-temperature of 27.4°C (81.3°F) and an average low-temperature of 20.1°C (68.2°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in January is evaluated at 31°C (87.8°F).

In Kwilembe, Malawi, the average relative humidity in January is 84%.

In Kwilembe, during January, the rain falls for 28.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 199mm (7.83") of precipitation.

In January, the average day length is 12h and 52min.

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:12 and sunset at 18:10. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:29 and sunset at 18:13 CAT.

In Kwilembe, Malawi, the average sunshine duration in January is 8.9h.

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Kwilembe, Malawi, is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Kwilembe, Malawi

  • Average high temperature in January: 27.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (32.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (24.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 20.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (21.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (13.8°C).

Average pressure in January
Kwilembe, Malawi

  • Average pressure in January: 1011.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.1mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Kwilembe, Malawi

  • Average wind speed in January: 5.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (7.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (5km/h).

Average humidity in January
Kwilembe, Malawi

  • Average humidity in January: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (45%).

Average rainfall in January
Kwilembe, Malawi

  • Average rainfall in January: 199mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (204mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and August (3mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Kwilembe, Malawi

  • Average rainfall days in January: 28.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (28.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (3.3 days).

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

  • Average daylight in January: 12h and 54min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 8h and 54min

The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Kwilembe, Malawi

  • Average sunshine days in January: 1.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (25.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (1.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Kwilembe, Malawi

  • Average UV index in January: 6

The months with the highest UV index are September and October (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May and June (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in January
Kwilembe, Malawi

  • Average cloud cover in January: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in January
Kwilembe, Malawi

  • Average visibility in January: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September, October and November (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (7km).