January weather forecastIwemba, Uganda

January

Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another warm winter month in Iwemba, Uganda, with an average temperature ranging between min 16.5°C (61.7°F) and max 29.9°C (85.8°F).

Temperature

January's onset brings an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.9°C (85.8°F), showing a minute difference from December's 27.8°C (82°F). In January, the temperature registers a significant dip to an average of 16.5°C (61.7°F) at night.

Heat index

Throughout January, the heat index is evaluated at a tropical 32°C (89.6°F). Persistently participating in activities during exposure may lead to fatigue and induce heat cramps.
The metrics for the heat index are tailored for both shady environments and light winds. Heat index values may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when exposed to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is a composite of temperature and humidity figures to convey how warm it feels. The impact of temperature is individual, as people's perception of weather may change based on their body mass, height, and physical activity. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Juveniles are regularly less conscious of the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a tardy symptom of dehydration - hydration, especially during lengthy physical activities, should be maintained.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 58%.

Rainfall

In Iwemba, Uganda, in January, during 12.1 rainfall days, 39mm (1.54") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Iwemba, during the entire year, the rain falls for 300.8 days and collects up to 1573mm (61.93") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Iwemba, snow does not fall in January through August, October through December.

Daylight

In Iwemba, the average length of the day in January is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 18:50. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 19:00 EAT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are January and February, with an average of 9.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through March, September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in January converts into the following recommendations:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.

Updated: Aug 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in January, in Iwemba, records 29.9°C (85.8°F), while the low-temperature is 16.5°C (61.7°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in January is evaluated at 32°C (89.6°F).

In January, the average relative humidity is 58%.

In January, the rain falls for 12.1 days. Throughout January, 39mm (1.54") of precipitation is accumulated.

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

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

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 18:50. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 19:00 EAT.

The months with the most sunshine are January and February, with an average of 9.8h of sunshine.

The average sunshine duration in January in Iwemba is 9.8h.

The months with the highest UV index are January through March, September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

In Iwemba, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year January F M A M J J A S O N D

Dec

January

Feb

Average high temperature

27.8°C

29.9°C

31.3°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

6.3km/h

7km/h

7.4km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

12h 6min

Average sunshine

9h 24min

9h 48min

Average sunshine days

4.1

13.7

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Iwemba, Uganda

Average high temperature in January: 29.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (31.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (25.2°C).

Average low temperature in January: 16.5°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
Iwemba, Uganda

Average pressure in January: 1011.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.8mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Iwemba, Uganda

Average wind speed in January: 6.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.7km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (4.6km/h).

Average humidity in January
Iwemba, Uganda

Average humidity in January: 58%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (55%).

Average rainfall in January
Iwemba, Uganda

Average rainfall in January: 39mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (257mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (36mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Iwemba, Uganda

Average rainfall days in January: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (30.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Iwemba, Uganda

Average snowfall in January: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is September (1mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January
Iwemba, 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
Iwemba, 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 48min

The months with the most sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Iwemba, Uganda

Average sunshine days in January: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (13.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (0.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Iwemba, Uganda

Average UV index in January: 6

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