January weather forecast
Ndola, Zambia

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Weather in January

As the year unravels in Ndola, Zambia, January stands as one of the wettest months with rainfall reaching 183mm (7.2"). This time of the year often sees a blend of humid afternoons, mild evenings, and a not-so-clear atmosphere, owed largely to the heavy cloud cover. Gusts of wind pick up but never really shock, permitting fair conditions overall. Expect frequent overcast skies, hinting at the city's prevalent monsoon influence. Despite this, the ongoing rainfall gives rise to a unique, refreshed atmosphere in Ndola’s January.

Temperature

In Ndola, the month of January registers the lowest temperatures, averaging 24.8°C (76.6°F) at the peak and 17°C (62.6°F) at the lowest.

Humidity

In Ndola, the average relative humidity in January is 89%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 27.2 days and typically aggregates up to 183mm (7.2") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Ndola is 12h and 47min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:42 and sunset at 18:35. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:39 CAT.

Sunshine

In Ndola, the average sunshine in January is 7.8h.

UV index

January, March through June and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Ndola. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 5 in January interprets into the following advice:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Ndola?

In Ndola, Zambia, the lowest temperatures are generally noted in January, averaging a high of 24.8°C (76.6°F) and a low of 17°C (62.6°F).

What is the temperature in January in Ndola?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Ndola, Zambia, during January are 24.8°C (76.6°F) and 17°C (62.6°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Ndola?

In Ndola, Zambia, the average relative humidity in January is 89%.

What is the rainiest month in Ndola?

The month with the most rainfall in Ndola, Zambia, is January, when the rain falls for 27.2 days and typically aggregates up to 183mm (7.2") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Ndola in January?

In Ndola, Zambia, in January, during 27.2 rainfall days, 183mm (7.2") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Ndola?

In Ndola, Zambia, the average day length in January is 12h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Ndola?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:42 and sunset at 18:35. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:39 CAT.

How many hours of sunshine does Ndola have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Ndola is 7.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Ndola?

January, March through June and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Ndola.

How high is the UV index in January in Ndola?

In Ndola, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Ndola, Zambia

Average temperature in January - Ndola, Zambia
  • Average high temperature in January: 24.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (33.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 17°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (18.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (10°C).

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Average pressure in January
Ndola, Zambia

Average pressure in January - Ndola, Zambia
  • Average pressure in January: 1011.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1019.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.3mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Ndola, Zambia

Average wind speed in January - Ndola, Zambia
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (12.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (6.3km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Ndola, Zambia

Average humidity in January - Ndola, Zambia
  • Average humidity in January: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (31%).

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Average rainfall in January
Ndola, Zambia

Average rainfall in January - Ndola, Zambia
  • Average rainfall in January: 183mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (183mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Ndola, Zambia

Average rainfall days in January - Ndola, Zambia
  • Average rainfall days in January: 27.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (27.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.1 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Ndola, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Ndola, Zambia

Average sunshine days in January - Ndola, Zambia
  • Average sunshine days in January: 3.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (2.6 days).

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Average UV index in January
Ndola, Zambia

Average UV index in January - Ndola, 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, March, April, May, June and December (UV index 5).

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Average cloud cover in January
Ndola, Zambia

Average cloud cover in January - Ndola, 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 September (Cloud cover 4).

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Average visibility in January
Ndola, Zambia

Average visibility in January - Ndola, 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 and March (6km).

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