January weather forecastKamese, Uganda

Weather in January

January, like December, is another tropical winter month in Kamese, Uganda, with an average temperature ranging between max 33.1°C (91.6°F) and min 18.8°C (65.8°F).

Temperature

January records an average high-temperature of a still hot 33.1°C (91.6°F), indicating a minor variation from the preceding month. In the face of high daytime temperatures, Kamese witnesses a consistent average nighttime low of 18.8°C (65.8°F) during January.

Heat index

Throughout January, the heat index is computed to be a sweltering 35°C (95°F). Ensure heightened precautions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Sustained activity could provoke heatstroke.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. 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 particularly important for children. Young ones often ignore the need to take a break and drink fluids. Thirst is a late-stage symptom of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, particularly during extended physical activities, is crucial.
Perspiration, followed by sweat evaporation, is the human body's chief method to maintain a balanced temperature. When relative humidity increases, the body's capacity to evaporate heat decreases, leading to a heightened sense of warmth. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.

Humidity

In Kamese, the average relative humidity in January is 45%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 6.2 days and typically collects 19mm (0.75") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Kamese, the average length of the day in January is 12h and 3min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 18:49. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:56 and sunset at 19:00 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 Kamese. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 7 in January transforms into the following instructions:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.