January weather forecast
Chipata, Zambia

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Weather in January

January in Chipata, Zambia, exhibits a classic tropical climate with humid weather and frequent rainfall. The town is characterized by mild temperatures, neither too hot nor too cold. While January shares similar weather with February, it tends to be slightly more humid with a higher rainfall compared to the following month. The average rainfall totals 217mm (8.54") in January, which is the second-highest for the year. As the month progresses, the weather becomes less rainy, setting the stage for February's slightly drier conditions.

Temperature

With the advent of January, Chipata's high-temperatures adjust to a still warm 25.8°C (78.4°F), closely aligning with the preceding month. Chipata in January experiences a low-temperature average of 18.3°C (64.9°F).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 86%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Chipata is January, when the rain falls for 29.6 days and typically aggregates up to 217mm (8.54") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Chipata, Zambia, the average length of the day in January is 12h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:25 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of January, in Chipata, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 18:23 CAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Chipata, Zambia, is 8.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Chipata are January, April through June and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 5 in January, converts into the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Chipata in January?

In Chipata, in January, the average high-temperature is 25.8°C (78.4°F), and the average low-temperature is 18.3°C (64.9°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Chipata?

The average relative humidity in January in Chipata, Zambia, is 86%.

What is the rainiest month in Chipata?

The month with the most rainfall in Chipata is January, when the rain falls for 29.6 days and typically aggregates up to 217mm (8.54") of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Chipata?

In January, in Chipata, the rain falls for 29.6 days. Throughout January, 217mm (8.54") of precipitation is accumulated.

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

In January, the average day length in Chipata is 12h and 50min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Chipata?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:25 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of the month, in Chipata, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 18:23 CAT.

How long on average sun shines in January in Chipata?

In Chipata, Zambia, the average sunshine duration in January is 8.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Chipata?

The months with the lowest UV index in Chipata, Zambia, are January, April through June and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Chipata?

In Chipata, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in January
Chipata, Zambia

Average temperature in January - Chipata, Zambia
  • Average high temperature in January: 25.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (32.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (24.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (20.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (12.3°C).

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Average pressure in January
Chipata, Zambia

Average pressure in January - Chipata, Zambia
  • Average pressure in January: 1011.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.1mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Chipata, Zambia

Average wind speed in January - Chipata, Zambia
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (14.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (7.2km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Chipata, Zambia

Average humidity in January - Chipata, Zambia
  • Average humidity in January: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (39%).

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Average rainfall in January
Chipata, Zambia

Average rainfall in January - Chipata, Zambia
  • Average rainfall in January: 217mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (217mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Chipata, Zambia

Average rainfall days in January - Chipata, Zambia
  • Average rainfall days in January: 29.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (29.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (1.2 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Chipata, Zambia

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Chipata, Zambia
  • Average daylight in January: 12h and 5min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Chipata, Zambia

Average sunshine days in January - Chipata, Zambia
  • Average sunshine days in January: 0.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (29.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (0.8 days).

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Average UV index in January
Chipata, Zambia

Average UV index in January - Chipata, Zambia
  • Average UV index in January: 5

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

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Average cloud cover in January
Chipata, Zambia

Average cloud cover in January - Chipata, Zambia
  • Average cloud cover in January: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 7).

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Average visibility in January
Chipata, Zambia

Average visibility in January - Chipata, Zambia
  • Average visibility in January: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September, October and November (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (7km).

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