January weather forecastMwinilunga, Zambia
January
Weather in January
January kicks off the year in Mwinilunga with relatively milder temperatures. This month experiences a subtle dip in overall warmth from December, paving the way for the arrival of the rainiest conditions in the year. The journey into the wetter part of the year sees the average low temperature at 16.4°C (61.5°F), while the average high hovers around 23.9°C (75°F). These chilly temperatures are accompanied by overcast skies and frequent rain showers. Despite January's gloomy ambiance, the weather proves conducive for indoor activities and offers a respite from the heat of the previous months.Temperature
Temperature records mark January as the coldest month, with highs averaging 23.9°C (75°F) and lows at 16.4°C (61.5°F).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 89%.Rainfall
In Mwinilunga, during January, the rain falls for 30.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 213mm (8.39") of precipitation. In Mwinilunga, during the entire year, the rain falls for 181.4 days and collects up to 1187mm (46.73") of precipitation.Daylight
The average length of the day in January is 12h and 43min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:49. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:54 CAT.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 6.7h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through June, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 5 during January translates into the following directions:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Mwinilunga, Zambia
- Average high temperature in January: 23.9°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (32.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.9°C).
- Average low temperature in January: 16.4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is October (17.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (10.8°C).
Average pressure in January
Mwinilunga, Zambia
- Average pressure in January: 1012mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1017.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1010.8mbar).
Average wind speed in January
Mwinilunga, Zambia
- Average wind speed in January: 7.3km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (10.5km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are March and November (6.1km/h).
Average humidity in January
Mwinilunga, Zambia
- Average humidity in January: 89%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (31%).
Average rainfall in January
Mwinilunga, Zambia
- Average rainfall in January: 213mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (231mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and August (0mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Mwinilunga, Zambia
- Average rainfall days in January: 30.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (30.5 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Mwinilunga, 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: 6h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in January
Mwinilunga, Zambia
- Average sunshine days in January: 0.6 days
The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (0.2 days).
Average UV index in January
Mwinilunga, Zambia
- Average UV index in January: 5
The months with the highest UV index are July, August, September and October (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, November and December (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in January
Mwinilunga, Zambia
- Average cloud cover in January: 64
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 3).
Average visibility in January
Mwinilunga, Zambia
- Average visibility in January: 6km
The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (6km).
