January weather forecastBukoyo, Uganda

January weather forecast for Bukoyo, Uganda: In January, the average heat index, which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 33°C (91.4°F). January, like December, in Bukoyo, Uganda, is a moderately hot winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 16.4°C (61.5°F) and 28.8°C (83.8°F).

January

Weather in January

January, like December, in Bukoyo, Uganda, is a moderately hot winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 16.4°C (61.5°F) and 28.8°C (83.8°F).

Temperature

With the transition into January, Bukoyo notes an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.8°C (83.8°F), closely resembling December. During January, Bukoyo notes a substantial drop from the daytime peak to an average minimum temperature of 16.4°C (61.5°F).

Heat index

In January, the average heat index is computed to be a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Undertake special precautions, the probability of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Prolonged activity may provoke heatstroke.
Heat index determinations are made taking into account the shade and light air movements. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Keep in mind that direct sunshine exposure can amplify the weather's effects, possibly increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Children usually face more risks than adults as their ability to sweat is less. Additionally, their larger skin surface in relation to their petite bodies and higher heat output due to their activities increases their vulnerability.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

In Bukoyo, during January, the rain falls for 16.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 60mm (2.36") of precipitation. In Bukoyo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 297 days and collects up to 1361mm (53.58") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Bukoyo, the average length of the day in January is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 18:52. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:56 and sunset at 19:02 EAT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are January and February, with an average of 9.3h of sunshine.

UV index

January through April and September, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during January translates into the following recommendations:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in January, in Bukoyo, is 28.8°C (83.8°F), while the low-temperature averages to 16.4°C (61.5°F). In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 33°C (91.4°F).

In January, the average relative humidity is 72%.

In Bukoyo, in January, during 16.8 rainfall days, 60mm (2.36") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In January, the average day length is 12h and 5min.

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 18:52. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:56 and sunset at 19:02 EAT.

The months with the most sunshine in Bukoyo are January and February, with an average of 9.3h of sunshine.

In January, the average sunshine duration is 9.3h.

January through April and September, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 6. A UV Index estimate 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
Bukoyo, Uganda

  • Average high temperature in January: 28.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (29.4°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are May and June (25.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (17.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (15.5°C).

Average pressure in January
Bukoyo, Uganda

  • Average pressure in January: 1010.8mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are June and July (1013.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1009.9mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Bukoyo, Uganda

  • Average wind speed in January: 5.9km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (7.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (4.7km/h).

Average humidity in January
Bukoyo, Uganda

  • Average humidity in January: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Bukoyo, Uganda

  • Average rainfall in January: 60mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (179mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (52mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Bukoyo, Uganda

  • Average rainfall days in January: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (29.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (16.8 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Bukoyo, Uganda

  • Average daylight in January: 12h and 6min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 9h and 18min

The months with the most sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Bukoyo, Uganda

  • Average sunshine days in January: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (10.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (0.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Bukoyo, Uganda

  • Average UV index in January: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April and September (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July, August, October, November and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in January
Bukoyo, Uganda

  • Average cloud cover in January: 21

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in January
Bukoyo, Uganda

  • Average visibility in January: 9km

The month with the highest visibility is February (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May, September, October and November (8km).