January weather forecast
Mbabane, Swaziland

The traditional Swati huts in a village in Mbabane, Swaziland
The traditional Swati huts in a village in Mbabane, Swaziland

January

Weather in January

Starting the year, Mbabane weather in January is characterized by high humidity levels and frequent rainfall. Compared to December, the conditions are gloomier due to decreasing daylight of 13.6 hours, slightly lower temperatures and greater rainfall of 120mm (4.72"). The city experiences an average of 22.1 rainy days, making outdoor activities less favourable during this month. It's important to note the UV index reading of 6 - caution should be exercised in outdoor activities during peak sunshine hours. Moving into February, one can anticipate a slight decrease in rainfall and a marginal rise in temperature.

Temperature

Shifting into January, Mbabane records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 25.8°C (78.4°F), presenting minor fluctuations compared to the previous month. Mbabane's January nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 16.6°C (61.9°F).

Humidity

January through March, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Mbabane, in January, it is raining for 22.1 days, with typically 120mm (4.72") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 167.8 rainfall days, and 715mm (28.15") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 13h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:05 and sunset at 18:51. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 05:28 and sunset at 18:48 SAST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 8.2h.

UV index

January and November, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. 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. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average January temperature?
An average high-temperature, in January, in Mbabane, is 25.8°C (78.4°F) and the average low-temperature is 16.6°C (61.9°F).
What are the most humid months?
January through March, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are most humid months in Mbabane.
What is the average humidity in January?
In Mbabane, the average relative humidity in January is 83%.
How many days does it rain in January?
In January, the rain falls for 22.1 days. Throughout January, 120mm (4.72") of precipitation is accumulated.
What is the average length of the day in January?
The average day length in January is 13h and 34min.
When are sunrise and sunset in January?
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:05 and sunset at 18:51. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:28 and sunset at 18:48 SAST.
How many hours of sunshine does Mbabane have in January?
The average sunshine duration in January in Mbabane, Swaziland, is 8.2h.
What are the months with the highest UV index?
January and November, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.
What is the UV index intensity in January in Mbabane?
In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January - Mbabane, Swaziland
Average temperature in January
Mbabane, Swaziland
  • Average high temperature in January: 25.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is December (26.2°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June and July (20.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (16.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (8.1°C).

Average pressure in January - Mbabane, Swaziland
Average pressure in January
Mbabane, Swaziland
  • Average pressure in January: 1014mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1014mbar).

Average wind speed in January - Mbabane, Swaziland
Average wind speed in January
Mbabane, Swaziland
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (8.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (6.2km/h).

Average humidity in January - Mbabane, Swaziland
Average humidity in January
Mbabane, Swaziland
  • Average humidity in January: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (57%).

Average rainfall in January - Mbabane, Swaziland
Average rainfall in January
Mbabane, Swaziland
  • Average rainfall in January: 120mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (134mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (6mm).

Average rainfall days in January - Mbabane, Swaziland
Average rainfall days in January
Mbabane, Swaziland
  • Average rainfall days in January: 22.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (24 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (3.4 days).

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Mbabane, Swaziland
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Mbabane, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 9h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January - Mbabane, Swaziland
Average sunshine days in January
Mbabane, Swaziland
  • Average sunshine days in January: 6.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (25.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (4.5 days).

Average UV index in January - Mbabane, Swaziland
Average UV index in January
Mbabane, Swaziland
  • Average UV index in January: 6

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

Average cloud cover in January - Mbabane, Swaziland
Average cloud cover in January
Mbabane, Swaziland
  • Average cloud cover in January: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in January - Mbabane, Swaziland
Average visibility in January
Mbabane, Swaziland
  • Average visibility in January: 6km

The months with the highest visibility are June and August (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (6km).

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