January weather forecast
Kampala, Uganda

January in Kampala, Uganda, arrives with markedly warm temperatures and moderate humidity. Compared to the preceding month of December, January experiences a degradation in visibility, but it still remains within a relatively clear range. The temperatures fall between a high of 27.5°C (81.5°F) and a cool 16.8°C (62.2°F) with 72% relative humidity and 18mm (0.71") of rain falling over 10.8 days. The weather is predominantly calm with minimal rain and occasional light breezes. As Kampala transitions into February, the weather conditions maintain their moderately warm trend.

Temperature

Kampala marks the start of January with an average high-temperature of a still warm 27.5°C (81.5°F), hinting at a slight fluctuation from December's 25.9°C (78.6°F). January brings Kampala a consistent average low-temperature of 16.8°C (62.2°F).

Heat index

Throughout January, the heat index is computed to be a tropical 30°C (86°F). Staying active during long-term exposure might result in a state of exhaustion and cause heat cramps.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is a value derived by merging air temperature with the humidity to convey how the climate feels. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. Consider the sun's direct rays and their impact; they can potentially increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. 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.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall in Kampala. Rain falls for 10.8 days and accumulates 18mm (0.71") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Kampala, Uganda, is 12h and 6min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:49 and sunset at 18:56. On the last day of January, in Kampala, sunrise is at 06:59 and sunset at 19:06 EAT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are January and February, with an average of 9.5h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, August, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during January morphs into the following directions:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.