January weather forecastKireka, Uganda

January

Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another warm winter month in Kireka, Uganda, with temperature in the range of an average low of 16.8°C (62.2°F) and an average high of 27.5°C (81.5°F).

Temperature

January's arrival registers an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 27.5°C (81.5°F), closely aligning with the temperature of the previous month. An average low-temperature of 16.8°C (62.2°F) is expected during January.

Heat index

Throughout January, the heat index is evaluated at a hot 30°C (86°F). Persistent activity under exposure might lead to a feeling of weariness, with subsequent heat cramps.
For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. Awareness is key; direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Children regularly disregard the necessity to rest and replenish fluids. Thirst is a late symptom of dehydration - thus, maintaining hydration, particularly during long-lasting physical activities, is essential.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 18:55. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 07:00 and sunset at 19:05 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 estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: During January, 6 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 27.5°C (81.5°F) and a low-temperature of 16.8°C (62.2°F). In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 30°C (86°F).

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

In Kireka, the average relative humidity in January is 72%.

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

In January, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout January, 18mm (0.71") of precipitation is accumulated.

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

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 18:55. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:00 and sunset at 19:05 EAT.

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

The average sunshine duration in January in Kireka is 9.5h.

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

In Kireka, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Kireka, Uganda

  • Average high temperature in January: 27.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (28.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is May (24.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (17.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (16.3°C).

Average pressure in January
Kireka, Uganda

  • Average pressure in January: 1010.6mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are June and July (1013.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1009.7mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Kireka, Uganda

  • Average wind speed in January: 6.3km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March, May and June (7.4km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are November and December (5.2km/h).

Average humidity in January
Kireka, Uganda

  • Average humidity in January: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is November (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Kireka, Uganda

  • Average rainfall in January: 18mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (70mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (18mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Kireka, Uganda

  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are September and October (23.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.8 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Kireka, 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 30min

The months with the most sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are April and May (Average sunshine: 8h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Kireka, Uganda

  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (14.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (2.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Kireka, Uganda

  • Average UV index in January: 6

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

Average cloud cover in January
Kireka, Uganda

  • Average cloud cover in January: 19

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 39).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in January
Kireka, Uganda

  • Average visibility in January: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, June and July (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is November (8km).