January weather forecast
Kirongo, Uganda

January

Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another warm winter month in Kirongo, Uganda, with an average temperature ranging between min 15.9°C (60.6°F) and max 28.7°C (83.7°F).

Temperature

Kirongo experiences a subtle adjustment in high-temperatures to a still moderately hot 28.7°C (83.7°F) with the onset of January, maintaining near parity with December's 26.3°C (79.3°F). A noticeable downturn in temperature characterizes the January nights, averaging at a moderate 15.9°C (60.6°F).

Heat index

January's average heat index is evaluated at a hot 30°C (86°F). Continuous exposure and activity could induce a sense of tiredness and subsequently, heat cramps.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. In direct sunlight, the heat's impact can be heightened, potentially leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Kirongo is 55%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 11.1 days and accumulates 42mm (1.65") of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 18:50. On the last day of January, in Kirongo, Uganda, sunrise is at 06:56 and sunset at 19:01 EAT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Kirongo. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Stay clear of intense sun exposure. Solar protection is of utmost significance. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is January in Kirongo?
In Kirongo, in January, the average high-temperature 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 takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in January is evaluated at 30°C (86°F).
What is the average humidity in January in Kirongo?
In January, the average relative humidity in Kirongo, Uganda, is 55%.
What is the driest month in Kirongo?
January is the month with the least rainfall in Kirongo, Uganda. Rain falls for 11.1 days and accumulates 42mm (1.65") of precipitation.
How many days does it rain in January in Kirongo?
In Kirongo, 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 Kirongo?
In Kirongo, Uganda, snow does not fall in January through August, October through December.
How many hours of daylight does Kirongo have in January?
The average day length in January is 12h and 4min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Kirongo?
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 18:50. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:56 and sunset at 19:01 EAT.
What is the month with the most sunshine in Kirongo?
January and February, with an average of 9.7h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Kirongo, Uganda.
How long on average sun shines in January in Kirongo?
In January, the average sunshine duration in Kirongo, Uganda, is 9.7h.
When is the highest UV index in Kirongo?
The months with the highest UV index are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
How high is the UV index in January in Kirongo?
In Kirongo, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
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Average temperature in January - Kirongo, Uganda
Average temperature in January
Kirongo, 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).

Average pressure in January - Kirongo, Uganda
Average pressure in January
Kirongo, 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).

Average wind speed in January - Kirongo, Uganda
Average wind speed in January
Kirongo, 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).

Average humidity in January - Kirongo, Uganda
Average humidity in January
Kirongo, 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%).

Average rainfall in January - Kirongo, Uganda
Average rainfall in January
Kirongo, 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).

Average rainfall days in January - Kirongo, Uganda
Average rainfall days in January
Kirongo, 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).

Average snowfall days in January - Kirongo, Uganda
Average snowfall days in January
Kirongo, 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).

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Kirongo, Uganda
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Kirongo, 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 6min).

  • 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).

Average sunshine days in January - Kirongo, Uganda
Average sunshine days in January
Kirongo, 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).

Average UV index in January - Kirongo, Uganda
Average UV index in January
Kirongo, 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).

Average cloud cover in January - Kirongo, Uganda
Average cloud cover in January
Kirongo, 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).

Average visibility in January - Kirongo, Uganda
Average visibility in January
Kirongo, 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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