January weather forecastGitarama, Rwanda
January
Weather in January
January's weather in Gitarama, Rwanda is characterized by a moderately high temperature and humidity levels. This month experiences a relatively high average rainfall of 71mm (2.8") accompanied by 22.3 days of rainfall throughout the month. There's a moderate range of temperature from 15.4°C (59.7°F) at night up to a comfortable 26°C (78.8°F) in the daytime. Long daylight hours of 12.2 hours and 9.9 hours of sunshine on average bring vibrance to these days. The pressure stabilizes at 1013.2mb with light winds averaging 5.4km/h (3.4mph), providing a refreshing breeziness to the air.Temperature
The shift into January in Gitarama records an average high-temperature of a still warm 26°C (78.8°F), subtly varied from December's 24.5°C (76.1°F). Gitarama experiences a nighttime temperature average of 15.4°C (59.7°F) during January.Humidity
In January, the average relative humidity is 72%.Rainfall
In January, the rain falls for 22.3 days. Throughout January, 71mm (2.8") of precipitation is accumulated. In Gitarama, during the entire year, the rain falls for 279 days and collects up to 1291mm (50.83") of precipitation.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day in Gitarama is 12h and 14min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 18:11. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:20 CAT.
Sunshine
In January, the average sunshine in Gitarama is 9.9h.UV index
January, July through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in January leads to these recommendations:
Stay clear of intense sun exposure. Solar protection is of utmost significance. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Gitarama, Rwanda
- Average high temperature in January: 26°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (26.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is May (22.8°C).
- Average low temperature in January: 15.4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is September (16.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is June (13.8°C).
Average pressure in January
Gitarama, Rwanda
- Average pressure in January: 1013.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1015.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1012.6mbar).
Average wind speed in January
Gitarama, Rwanda
- Average wind speed in January: 5.4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (7.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (4.6km/h).
Average humidity in January
Gitarama, Rwanda
- Average humidity in January: 72%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (54%).
Average rainfall in January
Gitarama, Rwanda
- Average rainfall in January: 71mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (186mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (13mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Gitarama, Rwanda
- Average rainfall days in January: 22.3 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are April and November (29.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (7.8 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Gitarama, Rwanda
- Average daylight in January: 12h and 12min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in January: 9h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in January
Gitarama, Rwanda
- Average sunshine days in January: 6.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (0.5 days).
Average UV index in January
Gitarama, Rwanda
- Average UV index in January: 6
The months with the highest UV index are January, July, August and September (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in January
Gitarama, Rwanda
- Average cloud cover in January: 28
The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).
Average visibility in January
Gitarama, Rwanda
- Average visibility in January: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are February, June, July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April and May (8km).





