January weather forecastKapiri, Uganda

January weather for Kapiri, Uganda: January, like December, is a hot winter month in Kapiri, Uganda, with an average temperature varying between 18.8°C (65.8°F) and 33.1°C (91.6°F). From the heights of the January heat, Kapiri records a mean nighttime low of 18.8°C (65.8°F).

January

Weather in January

January, like December, is a hot winter month in Kapiri, Uganda, with an average temperature varying between 18.8°C (65.8°F) and 33.1°C (91.6°F).

Temperature

Kapiri's average high-temperature in January is a still tropical 33.1°C (91.6°F), indicating a subtle variation from December. From the heights of the January heat, Kapiri records a mean nighttime low of 18.8°C (65.8°F).

Heat index

In January, the heat index is calculated to be a torrid 35°C (95°F). Undertake additional safety actions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Persistent activity may induce heatstroke.
Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. A rise in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees may result from direct sunlight exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. The effect is experienced differently by individuals, hinging on unique characteristics such as body mass, stature, and level of activity. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. Under conditions of increased relative humidity, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to retain more heat than under less humid conditions. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Kapiri 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 January, the average length of the day in Kapiri is 12h and 2min.
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 18:59 EAT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is January, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Kapiri are January and February, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during January leads to these instructions:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

Kapiri in January has an average high-temperature of 33.1°C (91.6°F) and an average low-temperature of 18.8°C (65.8°F). In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 35°C (95°F).

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

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

In Kapiri, during January, the rain falls for 6.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 19mm (0.75") of precipitation.

In Kapiri, the average day length in January is 12h and 2min.

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 18:49. On the last day of the month, in Kapiri, Uganda, sunrise is at 06:56 and sunset at 18:59 EAT.

January has the most sunshine of the year in Kapiri, Uganda, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine.

The average sunshine duration in January is 9.9h.

The months with the highest UV index in Kapiri are January and February, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

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

  • Average high temperature in January: 33.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (34.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (26.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (19.8°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are June and July (16.6°C).

Average pressure in January
Kapiri, Uganda

  • Average pressure in January: 1010.7mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are June and July (1013.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1009.7mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Kapiri, Uganda

  • Average wind speed in January: 6.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (4.6km/h).

Average humidity in January
Kapiri, Uganda

  • Average humidity in January: 45%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (44%).

Average rainfall in January
Kapiri, Uganda

  • Average rainfall in January: 19mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (192mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (19mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Kapiri, Uganda

  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (29.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.2 days).

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

  • Average daylight in January: 12h and 0min

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 54min

The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Kapiri, Uganda

  • Average sunshine days in January: 23.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and September (0.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Kapiri, Uganda

  • Average UV index in January: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January and February (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July and September (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in January
Kapiri, Uganda

  • Average cloud cover in January: 11

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in January
Kapiri, 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, June, July, August and September (8km).