January weather forecast
Mumbwa, Zambia

January

Weather in January

Weather conditions in Mumbwa, Zambia, in January are characterized by high humidity and considerable rainfall. With average temperatures varying from 17.8°C (64°F) to 26°C (78.8°F) and a relative humidity of 86%, the atmosphere is entirely wet. A total rainfall of 237mm (9.33") is accumulated throughout the month. Compared to February, January experiences more rain and cooler temperatures, providing a somewhat colder and wetter start to the year. The relatively cooler temperatures, high humidity, and significant rainfall make this month fairly cool and very wet.

Temperature

With the onset of January, the average high-temperature stands at a still warm 26°C (78.8°F), closely aligned with December's 27.7°C (81.9°F). Throughout January, Mumbwa's nights cool down to an average of 17.8°C (64°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 86%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 29.4 days and typically aggregates up to 237mm (9.33") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Mumbwa, the average length of the day in January is 12h and 54min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 18:45. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:48 CAT.

Sunshine

In Mumbwa, Zambia, the average sunshine in January is 8.4h.

UV index

January, May and June, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 5 during January morphs into the following directions:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Mumbwa in January?
The high-temperature during January is 26°C (78.8°F) and the low-temperature is 17.8°C (64°F).
What is the average humidity in January?
The average relative humidity in January is 86%.
What is the wettest month?
January is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 29.4 days and accumulates 237mm (9.33") of precipitation.
How many days does it rain in January?
In January, the rain falls for 29.4 days. Throughout January, 237mm (9.33") of precipitation is accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Mumbwa have in January?
The average day length in January is 12h and 54min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in January?
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 18:45. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:48 CAT.
How long on average sun shines in January?
In January, the average sunshine duration in Mumbwa is 8.4h.
When is the lowest UV index?
The months with the lowest UV index are January, May and June, with an average maximum UV index of 5.
What is the UV index intensity in January?
In Mumbwa, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January - Mumbwa, Zambia
Average temperature in January
Mumbwa, Zambia
  • Average high temperature in January: 26°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (33.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (24.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 17.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (20.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (10.8°C).

Average pressure in January - Mumbwa, Zambia
Average pressure in January
Mumbwa, Zambia
  • Average pressure in January: 1010.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are January and November (1010.9mbar).

Average wind speed in January - Mumbwa, Zambia
Average wind speed in January
Mumbwa, Zambia
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (12.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (6.9km/h).

Average humidity in January - Mumbwa, Zambia
Average humidity in January
Mumbwa, Zambia
  • Average humidity in January: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (29%).

Average rainfall in January - Mumbwa, Zambia
Average rainfall in January
Mumbwa, Zambia
  • Average rainfall in January: 237mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (237mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average rainfall days in January - Mumbwa, Zambia
Average rainfall days in January
Mumbwa, Zambia
  • Average rainfall days in January: 29.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (29.4 days).
The months with the least rainy days are August and September (0.3 days).

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

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January - Mumbwa, Zambia
Average sunshine days in January
Mumbwa, Zambia
  • Average sunshine days in January: 1.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (0.8 days).

Average UV index in January - Mumbwa, Zambia
Average UV index in January
Mumbwa, 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 and June (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in January - Mumbwa, Zambia
Average cloud cover in January
Mumbwa, Zambia
  • Average cloud cover in January: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 3).

Average visibility in January - Mumbwa, Zambia
Average visibility in January
Mumbwa, Zambia
  • Average visibility in January: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (7km).

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