January weather forecast
Kapchorwa, Uganda

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Weather in January

January in Kapchorwa, Uganda is usually warm, with temperatures fluctuating between 15.9°C (60.6°F) and 28.7°C (83.7°F). The days are sunny and long, allowing for extended outdoor activities. This weather pattern makes tourism activities such as hiking, game drives, and nature walks ideal. Relative humidity hovers around average values which offer a degree of comfort. There is occasional rainfall in this month but nothing that may obstruct outdoor plans entirely.

Temperature

Kapchorwa's average high-temperature in January is a still moderately hot 28.7°C (83.7°F), indicating a subtle variation from December. Kapchorwa registers a prominent dip from daytime highs, with an average of 15.9°C (60.6°F) during the nights of January.

Heat index

The heat index for January is estimated at a hot 30°C (86°F). With extended exposure and activity, one might feel exhausted and experience heat cramps.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', gives a temperature feeling by integrating air temperature and humidity. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Recognize that direct exposure to the sun can escalate the heat effect, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 55%.

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 12h and 3min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 18:46. On the last day of January, 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 in Kapchorwa, Uganda. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Kapchorwa in January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Kapchorwa, is 28.7°C (83.7°F) and the average low-temperature is 15.9°C (60.6°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in January is estimated at 30°C (86°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Kapchorwa?

In Kapchorwa, Uganda, the average relative humidity in January is 55%.

What is the driest month in Kapchorwa?

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

How much does it rain in Kapchorwa in January?

In Kapchorwa, during January, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 42mm (1.65") of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Kapchorwa?

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

What is the average length of the day in January in Kapchorwa?

In Kapchorwa, Uganda, the average day length in January is 12h and 3min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Kapchorwa?

On the first day of January in Kapchorwa, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 18:46. 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 in Kapchorwa?

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

How long on average sun shines in January in Kapchorwa?

In Kapchorwa, the average sunshine duration in January is 9.7h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Kapchorwa?

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Kapchorwa, Uganda.

What is the UV index reading in January in Kapchorwa?

In Kapchorwa, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Kapchorwa, Uganda

Average temperature in January - Kapchorwa, 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).

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Average pressure in January
Kapchorwa, Uganda

Average pressure in January - Kapchorwa, 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).

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Average wind speed in January
Kapchorwa, Uganda

Average wind speed in January - Kapchorwa, 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).

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Average humidity in January
Kapchorwa, Uganda

Average humidity in January - Kapchorwa, 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%).

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Average rainfall in January
Kapchorwa, Uganda

Average rainfall in January - Kapchorwa, 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).

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Average rainfall days in January
Kapchorwa, Uganda

Average rainfall days in January - Kapchorwa, 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).

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Average snowfall days in January
Kapchorwa, Uganda

Average snowfall days in January - Kapchorwa, 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).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Kapchorwa, 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 0min).

  • 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).

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Average sunshine days in January
Kapchorwa, Uganda

Average sunshine days in January - Kapchorwa, 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).

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Average UV index in January
Kapchorwa, Uganda

Average UV index in January - Kapchorwa, 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).

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Average cloud cover in January
Kapchorwa, Uganda

Average cloud cover in January - Kapchorwa, 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).

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Average visibility in January
Kapchorwa, Uganda

Average visibility in January - Kapchorwa, 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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