January weather forecast
Mkushi, Zambia

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Weather in January

Mkushi, Zambia experiences refreshing breezes in January as it transitions into the new year. Compared to the preceding month of December, January exhibits a moderate decrease in the average high temperature to 24.2°C (75.6°F). While the weather remains relatively warm, the drop in temperature does bring a pleasant change. Breezy days and cool nights characterize the overall weather in this month. It's an excellent time for outdoor activities.

Temperature

Mkushi's weather in January indicates an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 24.2°C (75.6°F), nearly consistent with the 25.5°C (77.9°F) of December. Throughout the month of January, Mkushi expects an average low of 16.6°C (61.9°F).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Mkushi is 88%.

Rainfall

In Mkushi, Zambia, in January, it is raining for 26.6 days, with typically 161mm (6.34") of accumulated precipitation. In Mkushi, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.8 days and collects up to 672mm (26.46") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 12h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 18:33. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 18:36 CAT.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 8h.

UV index

January through July and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 5 transforms into these recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average January temperature in Mkushi?

The high-temperature, in January, in Mkushi, records 24.2°C (75.6°F), while the low-temperature is 16.6°C (61.9°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Mkushi?

In Mkushi, Zambia, the average relative humidity in January is 88%.

How many days does it rain in January in Mkushi?

In January, in Mkushi, Zambia, the rain falls for 26.6 days. Throughout January, 161mm (6.34") of precipitation is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Mkushi have in January?

The average day length in January in Mkushi, Zambia, is 12h and 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Mkushi?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 18:33. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 18:36 CAT.

How many hours of sunshine does Mkushi have in January?

In Mkushi, the average sunshine duration in January is 8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Mkushi?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through July and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index reading in January in Mkushi?

In Mkushi, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in January
Mkushi, Zambia

Average temperature in January - Mkushi, Zambia
  • Average high temperature in January: 24.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (31.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (22.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (17.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (9.5°C).

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Average pressure in January
Mkushi, Zambia

Average pressure in January - Mkushi, Zambia
  • Average pressure in January: 1011.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1019.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.2mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Mkushi, Zambia

Average wind speed in January - Mkushi, Zambia
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (12km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (6.3km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Mkushi, Zambia

Average humidity in January - Mkushi, Zambia
  • Average humidity in January: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (37%).

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Average rainfall in January
Mkushi, Zambia

Average rainfall in January - Mkushi, Zambia
  • Average rainfall in January: 161mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (168mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Mkushi, Zambia

Average rainfall days in January - Mkushi, Zambia
  • Average rainfall days in January: 26.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (26.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (0.8 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Mkushi, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Mkushi, Zambia

Average sunshine days in January - Mkushi, Zambia
  • Average sunshine days in January: 3.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (28.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (3.4 days).

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Average UV index in January
Mkushi, Zambia

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

The month with the highest UV index is October (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July and December (UV index 5).

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Average cloud cover in January
Mkushi, Zambia

Average cloud cover in January - Mkushi, Zambia
  • Average cloud cover in January: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 5).

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Average visibility in January
Mkushi, Zambia

Average visibility in January - Mkushi, Zambia
  • Average visibility in January: 6km

The months with the highest visibility are July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (6km).

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