January weather forecast
Buluganya, Uganda

January

Weather in January

January, like December, in Buluganya, Uganda, is another warm winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 28.7°C (83.7°F) and min 15.9°C (60.6°F).

Temperature

The average high-temperature in January, at a still warm 28.7°C (83.7°F), reveals a modest deviation from December's 26.3°C (79.3°F). A pronounced dip becomes evident during the nights in January as Buluganya logs a consistent average temperature of 15.9°C (60.6°F).

Heat index

For most parts of January, the heat index is computed to be a tropical 30°C (86°F). Continuous activity in exposure could lead to a feeling of fatigue and heat cramps.
For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. A direct sunlight exposure may boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. The individual's temperature perception can be influenced by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. It is important to note that direct sunlight can intensify the weather impact, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Young ones regularly neglect the requirement for rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late stage of dehydration - so, it is necessary to keep hydrated, particularly during extended periods of physical exertion.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 55%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Buluganya is January, when the rain falls for 11.1 days and typically collects 42mm (1.65") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through August, October through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 18:47. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:53 and sunset at 18:57 EAT.

Sunshine

January and February, with an average of 9.7h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

January through March and December, 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 risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during January, leads to the following recommendations:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in January?
The high-temperature, in January, in Buluganya, records 28.7°C (83.7°F), while the low-temperature is 15.9°C (60.6°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in January is computed to be 30°C (86°F).
What is the average humidity in January?
In Buluganya, the average relative humidity in January is 55%.
What is the driest month?
January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 11.1 days and accumulates 42mm (1.65") of precipitation.
How much does it rain in January?
In Buluganya, in January, it is raining for 11.1 days, with typically 42mm (1.65") of accumulated precipitation.
When it does not snow?
January through August, October through December are months without snowfall.
What is the average length of the day in January?
The average day length in January is 12h and 4min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in January?
In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 18:47. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:53 and sunset at 18:57 EAT.
What is the month with the most sunshine?
January and February, with an average of 9.7h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in January?
In January, the average sunshine duration is 9.7h.
What is the month with the highest UV index?
The months with the highest UV index are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
How high is the UV index in January?
The average daily maximum UV index in January is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Buluganya, Uganda
  • Average high temperature in January: 28.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (30°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (23.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 15.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (16.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is June (15°C).

Average pressure in January
Buluganya, Uganda
  • Average pressure in January: 1011.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.5mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Buluganya, Uganda
  • Average wind speed in January: 5.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (5.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (4.1km/h).

Average humidity in January
Buluganya, Uganda
  • Average humidity in January: 55%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (52%).

Average rainfall in January
Buluganya, Uganda
  • Average rainfall in January: 42mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (319mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (42mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Buluganya, Uganda
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (30.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.1 days).

Average snowfall days in January
Buluganya, Uganda
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is September (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Buluganya, Uganda
  • Average daylight in January: 12h and 1min

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 4min

The months with the most sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Buluganya, Uganda
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (0 days).

Average UV index in January
Buluganya, Uganda
  • Average UV index in January: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in January
Buluganya, Uganda
  • Average cloud cover in January: 14

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in January
Buluganya, Uganda
  • Average visibility in January: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May and June (8km).

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