January weather forecast
Mahamba, Swaziland

January

Weather in January

Mahamba, Swaziland's first month of the year is marked by warm temperatures and considerable humidity. Conditions, however, are slightly more humid and rainier as compared to the following month of February. It is common to encounter cloudy skies, with clouds covering around 57% of the sky. The month is highly characterized by rainfalls amounting to an average of 105mm (4.13") and relative humidity averaging 82%. Citizens should equip themselves with umbrellas and appropriate clothing to stay dry during the 23 days of expected rainfall.

Temperature

Mahamba observes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 25.7°C (78.3°F) in January, barely different from 26.3°C (79.3°F) in December. During the nights in January, an average low-temperature of 15.2°C (59.4°F) is observed.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January through March, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 23 days and typically aggregates up to 105mm (4.13") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 13h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:04 and sunset at 18:53. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 05:27 and sunset at 18:50 SAST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 8.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in January?
The high-temperature, in January, in Mahamba, is 25.7°C (78.3°F), while the low-temperature averages to 15.2°C (59.4°F).
What is the most humid month?
The months with the highest humidity are January through March, with an average relative humidity of 82%.
What is the average humidity in January?
In January, the average relative humidity is 82%.
What is the wettest month?
The month with the most rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 23 days and typically aggregates up to 105mm (4.13") of precipitation.
How many days does it rain in January?
In Mahamba, Swaziland, in January, during 23 rainfall days, 105mm (4.13") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
What is the average length of the day in January?
The average day length in January is 13h and 37min.
When are sunrise and sunset in January?
In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:04 and sunset at 18:53. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:27 and sunset at 18:50 SAST.
How many hours of sunshine does Mahamba have in January?
In January, the average sunshine duration is 8.6h.
What is the UV index intensity in January?
The average daily maximum UV index in January is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January - Mahamba, Swaziland
Average temperature in January
Mahamba, Swaziland
  • Average high temperature in January: 25.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is December (26.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (19.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 15.2°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January and December (15.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (5.6°C).

Average pressure in January - Mahamba, Swaziland
Average pressure in January
Mahamba, Swaziland
  • Average pressure in January: 1014.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.3mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are January and December (1014.4mbar).

Average wind speed in January - Mahamba, Swaziland
Average wind speed in January
Mahamba, Swaziland
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.3km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are June and September (9.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (6.7km/h).

Average humidity in January - Mahamba, Swaziland
Average humidity in January
Mahamba, Swaziland
  • Average humidity in January: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (54%).

Average rainfall in January - Mahamba, Swaziland
Average rainfall in January
Mahamba, Swaziland
  • Average rainfall in January: 105mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (105mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (3mm).

Average rainfall days in January - Mahamba, Swaziland
Average rainfall days in January
Mahamba, Swaziland
  • Average rainfall days in January: 23 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (23 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (2.6 days).

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Mahamba, Swaziland
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Mahamba, Swaziland
  • Average daylight in January: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January - Mahamba, Swaziland
Average sunshine days in January
Mahamba, Swaziland
  • Average sunshine days in January: 5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (27.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (5 days).

Average UV index in January - Mahamba, Swaziland
Average UV index in January
Mahamba, Swaziland
  • Average UV index in January: 5

The month with the highest UV index is November (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June and July (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in January - Mahamba, Swaziland
Average cloud cover in January
Mahamba, Swaziland
  • Average cloud cover in January: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in January - Mahamba, Swaziland
Average visibility in January
Mahamba, Swaziland
  • Average visibility in January: 7km

The month with the highest visibility is June (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (7km).

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