January weather forecast
Rumbek, South Sudan

January

Weather in January

The year in Rumbek, South Sudan, commences with January, a month characterized by predominantly dry conditions and warm weather. Heat is omnipresent, with temperatures soaring to 37.3°C (99.1°F) in peak hours. Relatively mild nights give reprieve from the heat, along with a light breeze that rustles through the city. January distinguishes itself as the driest month, with a minimal 1mm (0.04") of rainfall. Clear skies and bright sunshine dominate most of the month, casting dancing shadows on gleaming lake waters.

Temperature

The introduction of January notes a subtle temperature variation to a still sweltering 37.3°C (99.1°F) from December's 36.4°C (97.5°F). Rumbek registers a marked temperature plunge to a moderately hot 24.2°C (75.6°F) during the cool January nights.

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 21%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 1 days and typically collects 1mm (0.04") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 11h and 47min.
On the first day of January in Rumbek, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 17:56. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:09 CAT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is January, with an average of 10h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 8 in January interprets into the following advice:
Take extra precautions. Protection against sun damage is required. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in January?
The high-temperature during January is 37.3°C (99.1°F) and the low-temperature is 24.2°C (75.6°F).
What are the least humid months?
January and February, with an average relative humidity of 21%, are the least humid months.
What is the average humidity in January?
The average relative humidity in January is 21%.
What is the driest month in Rumbek?
The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 1 days and typically collects 1mm (0.04") of precipitation.
How much does it rain in January?
In January, the rain falls for 1 days. Throughout January, 1mm (0.04") of precipitation is accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Rumbek have in January?
In Rumbek, the average day length in January is 11h and 47min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in January?
In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 17:56. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:09 CAT.
What month has the most sunshine?
The month with the most sunshine is January, with an average of 10h of sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in January?
In Rumbek, South Sudan, the average sunshine duration in January is 10h.
What is the month with the highest UV index?
The months with the highest UV index are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 8.
What is the UV index intensity in January?
In Rumbek, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 8. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average high temperature
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Average UV index
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Average visibility
Average temperature in January
Rumbek, South Sudan
  • Average high temperature in January: 37.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (39.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (30.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 24.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (27.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is September (21.3°C).

Average pressure in January
Rumbek, South Sudan
  • Average pressure in January: 1009mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1011.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (1006.7mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Rumbek, South Sudan
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (5.1km/h).

Average humidity in January
Rumbek, South Sudan
  • Average humidity in January: 21%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (21%).

Average rainfall in January
Rumbek, South Sudan
  • Average rainfall in January: 1mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (110mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Rumbek, South Sudan
  • Average rainfall days in January: 1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (24.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Rumbek, South Sudan
  • Average daylight in January: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 10h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Rumbek, South Sudan
  • Average sunshine days in January: 29.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (29.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (4.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Rumbek, South Sudan
  • Average UV index in January: 8

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in January
Rumbek, South Sudan
  • Average cloud cover in January: 7

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in January
Rumbek, South Sudan
  • Average visibility in January: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August and September (8km).

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