January weather forecast
Kalomo, Zambia

January

Weather in January

Moving into the new year, January in Kalomo, Zambia indicates the peak of the rainy season. Witnessing rainfall for nearly 24 days and an average rain accumulation of 149mm (5.87"), it marks the wettest month of the year. With high relative humidity, stepping outside might feel like walking in a steam room. Despite this damp condition, the temperatures remain relatively high offering a bearable experience. The increase in cloud cover makes the days appear shorter, with sunshine only breaking through for around seven days in the month.

Temperature

As Kalomo welcomes January, the average high-temperature is noted at a still moderately hot 25.8°C (78.4°F), closely aligning with the preceding month. In January, the temperature in Kalomo drops to an average of 18.4°C (65.1°F) at night.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Kalomo, in January, during 23.6 rainfall days, 149mm (5.87") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 127 rainfall days, and 574mm (22.6") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 13h and 1min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 18:51. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:53 CAT.

Sunshine

In Kalomo, the average sunshine in January is 9.1h.

UV index

January, May through July and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Kalomo. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 5 in January transforms into this advice:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in January?
In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 25.8°C (78.4°F) and 18.4°C (65.1°F) respectively.
What is the average humidity in January?
The average relative humidity in January is 82%.
How much does it rain in January?
In January, the rain falls for 23.6 days. Throughout January, 149mm (5.87") of precipitation is accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Kalomo have in January?
In Kalomo, the average day length in January is 13h and 1min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in January?
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 18:51. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:53 CAT.
How many hours of sunshine does Kalomo have in January?
The average sunshine duration in January is 9.1h.
When is the lowest UV index?
January, May through July and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index.
What is the UV index reading in January?
In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Kalomo is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January - Kalomo, Zambia
Average temperature in January
Kalomo, 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 July (22.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (19.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (10.5°C).

Average pressure in January - Kalomo, Zambia
Average pressure in January
Kalomo, Zambia
  • Average pressure in January: 1010.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1010.1mbar).

Average wind speed in January - Kalomo, Zambia
Average wind speed in January
Kalomo, Zambia
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (12.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (8.2km/h).

Average humidity in January - Kalomo, Zambia
Average humidity in January
Kalomo, Zambia
  • Average humidity in January: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (30%).

Average rainfall in January - Kalomo, Zambia
Average rainfall in January
Kalomo, Zambia
  • Average rainfall in January: 149mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (156mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are August and September (0mm).

Average rainfall days in January - Kalomo, Zambia
Average rainfall days in January
Kalomo, Zambia
  • Average rainfall days in January: 23.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (24.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.2 days).

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Kalomo, Zambia
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Kalomo, Zambia
  • Average daylight in January: 13h and 0min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January - Kalomo, Zambia
Average sunshine days in January
Kalomo, Zambia
  • Average sunshine days in January: 7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.6 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and December (5.7 days).

Average UV index in January - Kalomo, Zambia
Average UV index in January
Kalomo, 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, May, June, July and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in January - Kalomo, Zambia
Average cloud cover in January
Kalomo, Zambia
  • Average cloud cover in January: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 3).

Average visibility in January - Kalomo, Zambia
Average visibility in January
Kalomo, Zambia
  • Average visibility in January: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (8km).

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