January weather forecastAchomya, Uganda

Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Achomya, Uganda, is another hot winter month, with an average temperature varying between 18.8°C (65.8°F) and 33.1°C (91.6°F).

Temperature

With the onset of January, the average high-temperature stands at a still tropical 33.1°C (91.6°F), closely aligned with December's 30.4°C (86.7°F). January nights in Achomya indicate a noticeable temperature drop from the daytime highs, with an average reading lowering to an enjoyable 18.8°C (65.8°F).

Heat index

January's mean heat index is estimated at a fiery hot 35°C (95°F). Exercise increased caution, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', evaluates the perceived heat by adding the effect of moisture in the air. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Direct exposure to sun rays can potentially augment the heat sensation, elevating the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.
For the human body, perspiration is the go-to method to regulate temperature, using sweat's evaporation to dissipate warmth. An elevated level of relative humidity hinders evaporation, leading to decreased heat elimination from the body, inducing a sensation of excess heat. When heat gain exceeds the level the body can remove, body temperature begins to rise, and heat-related illnesses and disorders may develop.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Achomya is 45%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall in Achomya. Rain falls for 6.2 days and accumulates 19mm (0.75") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Achomya, the average length of the day in January is 12h and 3min.
On the first day of January in Achomya, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 18:50. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:57 and sunset at 19:01 EAT.

Sunshine

With an average of 9.9h of sunshine, January has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

January and February, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Achomya. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 7 in January translates into these instructions:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.