January weather forecast
Rukara, Rwanda

January

Weather in January

January, like December, in Rukara, Rwanda, is another warm summer month, with an average temperature varying between 15.4°C (59.7°F) and 26°C (78.8°F).

Temperature

The transition into January notes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 26°C (78.8°F), revealing a mild distinction from the 24.5°C (76.1°F) in December. An average low-temperature of 15.4°C (59.7°F) is expected in Rukara during January.

Humidity

In Rukara, the average relative humidity in January is 72%.

Rainfall

In Rukara, in January, it is raining for 22.3 days, with typically 71mm (2.8") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 279 rainfall days, and 1291mm (50.83") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Rukara is 12h and 13min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 18:08. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:17 CAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Rukara is 9.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January, July through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during January leads to these instructions:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

What are January temperatures in Rukara?
The high-temperature, in January, in Rukara, is 26°C (78.8°F), while the low-temperature averages to 15.4°C (59.7°F).
What is the average humidity in January in Rukara?
The average relative humidity in January is 72%.
How many days does it rain in January in Rukara?
In Rukara, Rwanda, during January, the rain falls for 22.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 71mm (2.8") of precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Rukara have in January?
In January, the average day length in Rukara, Rwanda, is 12h and 13min.
When are sunrise and sunset in January in Rukara?
In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 18:08. On the last day of the month, in Rukara, Rwanda, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:17 CAT.
How many hours of sunshine does Rukara have in January?
The average sunshine duration in January in Rukara is 9.9h.
What is the month with the highest UV index in Rukara?
The months with the highest UV index in Rukara, Rwanda, are January, July through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
What is the UV index intensity in January in Rukara?
In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January - Rukara, Rwanda
Average temperature in January
Rukara, 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 - Rukara, Rwanda
Average pressure in January
Rukara, 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 - Rukara, Rwanda
Average wind speed in January
Rukara, 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 - Rukara, Rwanda
Average humidity in January
Rukara, 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 - Rukara, Rwanda
Average rainfall in January
Rukara, 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 - Rukara, Rwanda
Average rainfall days in January
Rukara, 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 - Rukara, Rwanda
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Rukara, Rwanda
  • Average daylight in January: 12h and 1min

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 5min

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 - Rukara, Rwanda
Average sunshine days in January
Rukara, 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 - Rukara, Rwanda
Average UV index in January
Rukara, 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 - Rukara, Rwanda
Average cloud cover in January
Rukara, 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 - Rukara, Rwanda
Average visibility in January
Rukara, 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).

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