January weather forecast
Uganda

January is one of the driest months of the year in Uganda, offering favorable conditions for outdoor activities and wildlife viewing. The weather remains largely sunny and dry, forming part of the country's extended dry season from December through February. In this month, Uganda experiences average temperatures ranging from 23°C (73.4°F) to 28°C (82.4°F), providing a pleasant climate for travel and exploration.

The climate across the country remains relatively consistent, given Uganda's location on the equator. Notable cities such as Kampala, the capital, and Entebbe, a major city on the shores of Lake Victoria, also follow this weather trend. Kampala's temperature in January averages between 21°C (69.8°F) to 27°C (80.6°F), with little rainfall, while Entebbe sees temperatures from 20°C (68°F) to 28°C (82.4°F), with occasional short-lived showers.

Compared to December, the temperatures in January remain fairly steady, with only slight variations. The country receives minimal rainfall in January, with precipitation averaging between 60mm (2.36") to 80mm (3.15"). However, towards the end of the month, there might be a slight increase in rainfall as the country transitions to the short rainy season, which typically begins in February.

Given its tropical climate, Uganda does not experience snowfall at any time of the year. January stands as a part of the dry season, characterized by minimal rainfall and an abundance of sunshine, which is a welcome relief after the previous rainy season and offers a pleasant prelude to the short rainy season that begins in February. It is also one of the warmest months of the year, making it perfect for visitors seeking a warm escape in the heart of East Africa.

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• Kampala - January »
  January and February, with an average relative humidity of 72%, are the least humid months in Kampala, Uganda. January and February, with an average relative humidity of 72%, are the least humid months in Kampala, Uganda.
• Entebbe - January »
  January's weather in Entebbe is quite consistent with that of other early months of the year, if a slight increase from the preceding month is considered. January through March, October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Entebbe, Uganda.
• Mbarara - January »
  In Mbarara during January, the rain falls for 15.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 59mm (2.32") of precipitation. A balance between sunlit days and partial cloud cover makes the start of the year notably pleasant, making January an excellent time for outdoor activities in Mbarara.
• Mbale - January »
  The month with the least rainfall in Mbale is January, when the rain falls for 11.1 days and typically collects 42mm (1.65") of precipitation. The month with the least rainfall in Mbale is January, when the rain falls for 11.1 days and typically collects 42mm (1.65") of precipitation.
• Masaka - January »
  January, July and August, with an average of 9.6h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Masaka. On the first day of January in Masaka, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 19:00.
• Gulu - January »
  The month with the least rainfall in Gulu is January, when the rain falls for 3.8 days and typically collects 7mm (0.28") of precipitation. January and February, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Gulu, Uganda.
• Lira - January »
  With an average relative humidity of 41%, January is the least humid month in Lira, Uganda. In Lira during January, the rain falls for 5 days and regularly aggregates up to 16mm (0.63") of precipitation.
• Fort Portal - January »
  The month with the least rainfall in Fort Portal is January, when the rain falls for 18 days and typically collects 61mm (2.4") of precipitation. January and February, with an average relative humidity of 64%, are the least humid months in Fort Portal, Uganda.
• Hoima - January »
  The months with the lowest humidity in Hoima are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 49%. The months with the most sunshine in Hoima are January and February, with an average of 9.8h of sunshine.
• Soroti - January »
  The average heat index, which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in January is calculated to be 35°C (95°F). In Soroti, during January, the rain falls for 6.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 19mm (0.75") of precipitation.
• Arua - January »
  The least humid month in Arua is January, with an average relative humidity of 38%. As Arua welcomes January, the average high-temperature records at a tropical 32.5°C (90.5°F), marking an insignificant deviation from the prior month.