January weather forecastMbarara, Uganda
January
Weather in January
January in Mbarara, Uganda experiences a moderate range in temperatures, with a high of 26.6°C (79.9°F) and a low of 14.9°C (58.8°F). Light winds with an average speed of 6.8km/h (4.2mph) blow, providing a gentle breeze for the locals. The day-light hours welcome sunshine for around 9.6 hours, while the humidity remains relatively high with a 67% reading. A balance between sunlit days and partial cloud cover makes the start of the year notably pleasant, making January an excellent time for outdoor activities in Mbarara.Temperature
The advent of January brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 26.6°C (79.9°F), almost identical to the preceding month. During the month of January, an average low-temperature of 14.9°C (58.8°F) is recorded.Humidity
In January, the average relative humidity is 67%.Rainfall
In Mbarara, in January, during 15.8 rainfall days, 59mm (2.32") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Mbarara, Uganda, during the entire year, the rain falls for 281.7 days and collects up to 1679mm (66.1") of precipitation.Daylight
The average length of the day in January is 12h and 9min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 19:05. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 07:06 and sunset at 19:15 EAT.
Sunshine
The month with the most sunshine is January, with an average of 9.6h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are January, February and July, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: During January, 6 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Follow precautions and abide by sun safety rules. Deterrence of sunburn is imperative. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Mbarara, Uganda
- Average high temperature in January: 26.6°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (27.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is May (23.2°C).
- Average low temperature in January: 14.9°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (17.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (14.4°C).
Average pressure in January
Mbarara, Uganda
- Average pressure in January: 1012.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1014.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1011.4mbar).
Average wind speed in January
Mbarara, Uganda
- Average wind speed in January: 6.8km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (5.4km/h).
Average humidity in January
Mbarara, Uganda
- Average humidity in January: 67%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (62%).
Average rainfall in January
Mbarara, Uganda
- Average rainfall in January: 59mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (240mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (49mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Mbarara, Uganda
- Average rainfall days in January: 15.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (29.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (14.7 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Mbarara, Uganda
- Average daylight in January: 12h and 12min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in January: 9h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in January
Mbarara, Uganda
- Average sunshine days in January: 13.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (0.6 days).
Average UV index in January
Mbarara, Uganda
- Average UV index in January: 6
The months with the highest UV index are January, February and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in January
Mbarara, Uganda
- Average cloud cover in January: 22
The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 22).
Average visibility in January
Mbarara, Uganda
- Average visibility in January: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, June, July and August (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May and November (8km).





