January weather forecast
Livingstone, Zambia

January

Weather in January

January in Livingstone, Zambia, signals the start of the year with a mix of warm temperatures and high humidity levels. This month experiences warm temperatures with an average high reaching 29.4°C (84.9°F) and a low around 20°C (68°F). The hot weather coupled with a high relative humidity of 73%, turns the city into a hot and humid location. The possibility of rain is considerably high with rainfall totaling up to 125mm (4.92"). This moisture combined with warm temperatures provides the ideal conditions for lush, green landscapes making it a beautiful month to visit Livingstone.

Temperature

The unfolding of January shows an average high-temperature of a warm 29.4°C (84.9°F), indicating a slight variance from December's 31°C (87.8°F). An average low-temperature of 20°C (68°F) is recorded during the nights in January.

Heat index

In January, the heat index is appraised at a hot 34°C (93.2°F). Ensure heightened precautions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Sustained activity could provoke heatstroke.
Consider that heat index readings are for situations in the shade and light wind. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. The individual's impression of temperature can be shaped by additional aspects such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.

Humidity

In Livingstone, the average relative humidity in January is 73%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 22.4 days and typically aggregates up to 125mm (4.92") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Livingstone, the average length of the day in January is 13h and 4min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:44 and sunset at 18:55. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:57 CAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 9.7h.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Livingstone is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in January?
In Livingstone, in January, the average high-temperature is 29.4°C (84.9°F), and the average low-temperature is 20°C (68°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in January is appraised at 34°C (93.2°F).
What is the average humidity in January?
The average relative humidity in January is 73%.
What is the wettest month in Livingstone?
The month with the most rainfall in Livingstone is January, when the rain falls for 22.4 days and typically aggregates up to 125mm (4.92") of precipitation.
How many days does it rain in January?
In Livingstone, in January, it is raining for 22.4 days, with typically 125mm (4.92") of accumulated precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Livingstone have in January?
In Livingstone, the average day length in January is 13h and 4min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in January?
In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:44 and sunset at 18:55. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:57 CAT.
How many hours of sunshine does Livingstone have in January?
In Livingstone, Zambia, the average sunshine duration in January is 9.7h.
What is the UV index reading in January?
In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
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Average temperature in January - Livingstone, Zambia
Average temperature in January
Livingstone, Zambia
  • Average high temperature in January: 29.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (35.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (25.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 20°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (22.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (11.1°C).

Average pressure in January - Livingstone, Zambia
Average pressure in January
Livingstone, Zambia
  • Average pressure in January: 1010mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1010mbar).

Average wind speed in January - Livingstone, Zambia
Average wind speed in January
Livingstone, Zambia
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.3km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are September and October (12.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (8.2km/h).

Average humidity in January - Livingstone, Zambia
Average humidity in January
Livingstone, Zambia
  • Average humidity in January: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (24%).

Average rainfall in January - Livingstone, Zambia
Average rainfall in January
Livingstone, Zambia
  • Average rainfall in January: 125mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (125mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average rainfall days in January - Livingstone, Zambia
Average rainfall days in January
Livingstone, Zambia
  • Average rainfall days in January: 22.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (22.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.1 days).

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Livingstone, Zambia
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Livingstone, Zambia
  • Average daylight in January: 13h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are May and June (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January - Livingstone, Zambia
Average sunshine days in January
Livingstone, Zambia
  • Average sunshine days in January: 6.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.5 days).

Average UV index in January - Livingstone, Zambia
Average UV index in January
Livingstone, Zambia
  • Average UV index in January: 6

The month with the highest UV index is October (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in January - Livingstone, Zambia
Average cloud cover in January
Livingstone, Zambia
  • Average cloud cover in January: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 2).

Average visibility in January - Livingstone, Zambia
Average visibility in January
Livingstone, Zambia
  • Average visibility in January: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (9km).

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