January weather forecastMpika, Zambia
January
Weather in January
January in Mpika, Zambia is characterized by high rainfall with 294mm (11.57") average and the maximum days of rain, 30.8 days. Wet and humid conditions are further accompanied by a relative high temperature making it a challenging month for outdoor activities. The month is known for reduced daylight hours and low amount of sunshine hours. Despite the continuous rainfall, the vibes of the African summer are still evident with moderately high temperatures. A consistent breeze is also noticeable throughout the month providing some relief from the humid conditions.Temperature
January experiences an average high-temperature of a still warm 23.3°C (73.9°F), barely different from December's 24.9°C (76.8°F). The low-temperature averages to a refreshing 16.3°C (61.3°F) during the nights of January.Humidity
January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 91%.Rainfall
In Mpika, during January, the rain falls for 30.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 294mm (11.57") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 175.2 rainfall days, and 1361mm (53.58") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in January is 12h and 44min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 18:21. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 18:26 CAT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in January is 7.1h.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 estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: During January, 5 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Mpika, Zambia
- Average high temperature in January: 23.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (30.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (21.9°C).
- Average low temperature in January: 16.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is November (17.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (9.7°C).
Average pressure in January
Mpika, Zambia
- Average pressure in January: 1011.8mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1019mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011mbar).
Average wind speed in January
Mpika, Zambia
- Average wind speed in January: 7.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (12.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (6.4km/h).
Average humidity in January
Mpika, Zambia
- Average humidity in January: 91%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (42%).
Average rainfall in January
Mpika, Zambia
- Average rainfall in January: 294mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (357mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (1mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Mpika, Zambia
- Average rainfall days in January: 30.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (30.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.5 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Mpika, Zambia
- Average daylight in January: 12h and 42min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in January: 7h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in January
Mpika, Zambia
- Average sunshine days in January: 0 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (29.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (0 days).
Average UV index in January
Mpika, Zambia
- Average UV index in January: 5
The months with the highest UV index are August, September, October and November (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July and December (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in January
Mpika, Zambia
- Average cloud cover in January: 66
The months with the most cloud cover are January and March (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 6).
Average visibility in January
Mpika, 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, February and March (6km).
