January weather forecast
Ubungo, Tanzania

January in Ubungo, Tanzania, ushers in the new year with warm tropical temperatures, as is characteristic of the region. As it slightly cools off from December, weather conditions remain relatively calm. There is a moderate amount of rainfall, making the surroundings lush and fresh. Daylight lasts for a substantial portion of the day, fostering vibrant outdoor activities. The noticeable figure, however, is a relative humidity standing at 78% coupled with temperature ranging from 25.3°C (77.5°F) to a high of 30.5°C (86.9°F).

Temperature

The commencement of January records an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.5°C (86.9°F), barely varying from December's 30.8°C (87.4°F). January in Ubungo generally records an average low-temperature of 25.3°C (77.5°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for January is appraised at a sweltering 39°C (102.2°F). Greater preventive actions are needed, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Persistent activity could provoke heatstroke.
The heat index's values are generally associated with conditions in shade and light breezes. Exposing to direct sunshine may enhance heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. The impact of weather is individual, with diverse individuals experiencing it differently due to variations in body mass, height, and activity levels. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
In the face of high temperatures, the human body's reflex is to perspire, leveraging sweat evaporation for cooling. When relative humidity is on the rise, it curtails evaporation, thereby reducing the heat elimination from the body and causing the feeling of being excessively hot. Overheating and dehydration threats arise when heat gain goes beyond what the body can comfortably shed.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 78%.

Rainfall

In January, in Ubungo, Tanzania, the rain falls for 20.3 days. Throughout January, 49mm (1.93") of precipitation is accumulated. In Ubungo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 255.3 days and collects up to 734mm (28.9") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Ubungo is 12h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:41. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:48 EAT.

Sunshine

In Ubungo, the average sunshine in January is 8.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Ubungo, Tanzania, are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 7 translates into the following recommendations:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.