January weather forecast
Mazabuka, Zambia

January

Weather in January

In Mazabuka, Zambia, the weather is dynamic throughout January. The average high temperature hangs around 26.8°C (80.2°F) with frequent occurrences of showers. With the relative humidity peaking at 82%, expect some level of discomfort due to increased moisture in the air. Cloudy skies obscure the sun for the majority of the month, contributing to the overall cooling effect. The weather in January sets off a lively opening for the year but can inconvenience outdoor plans.

Temperature

The shift from December to January is characterized by an average high-temperature of a still warm 26.8°C (80.2°F), not significantly different from the 28.5°C (83.3°F) of December. The temperature lowers to an average of 18.8°C (65.8°F) during January nights.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 28.3 days and typically aggregates up to 202mm (7.95") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Mazabuka, the average length of the day in January is 12h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:40 and sunset at 18:43. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:46 CAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 9.1h.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In January, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.

Frequently asked questions

What are January temperatures?
The high-temperature during January is 26.8°C (80.2°F) and the low-temperature is 18.8°C (65.8°F).
What is the average humidity in January?
In Mazabuka, the average relative humidity in January is 82%.
What is the wettest month?
The month with the most rainfall in Mazabuka is January, when the rain falls for 28.3 days and typically aggregates up to 202mm (7.95") of precipitation.
How much does it rain in January?
In Mazabuka, during January, the rain falls for 28.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 202mm (7.95") of precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Mazabuka have in January?
In Mazabuka, the average day length in January is 12h and 57min.
When are sunrise and sunset in January?
On the first day of January in Mazabuka, sunrise is at 05:40 and sunset at 18:43. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:46 CAT.
How long on average sun shines in January?
In Mazabuka, the average sunshine duration in January is 9.1h.
What is the UV index reading in January?
The average daily maximum UV index in January is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January - Mazabuka, Zambia
Average temperature in January
Mazabuka, Zambia
  • Average high temperature in January: 26.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (33.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (23.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (20.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (10.9°C).

Average pressure in January - Mazabuka, Zambia
Average pressure in January
Mazabuka, Zambia
  • Average pressure in January: 1010.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1010.4mbar).

Average wind speed in January - Mazabuka, Zambia
Average wind speed in January
Mazabuka, Zambia
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (14.5km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and February (7.7km/h).

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (31%).

Average rainfall in January - Mazabuka, Zambia
Average rainfall in January
Mazabuka, Zambia
  • Average rainfall in January: 202mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (202mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July, August and September (0mm).

Average rainfall days in January - Mazabuka, Zambia
Average rainfall days in January
Mazabuka, Zambia
  • Average rainfall days in January: 28.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (28.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are August and September (0.2 days).

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

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 12min).

  • 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 - Mazabuka, Zambia
Average sunshine days in January
Mazabuka, Zambia
  • Average sunshine days in January: 2.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (2.1 days).

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

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

Average cloud cover in January - Mazabuka, Zambia
Average cloud cover in January
Mazabuka, Zambia
  • Average cloud cover in January: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 3).

Average visibility in January - Mazabuka, Zambia
Average visibility in January
Mazabuka, 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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