January weather forecast
Siavonga, Zambia

Siavonga's new year dawns with high-intensity UV rays, denoting prolonged exposure to sunlight. January also brings significant rainfall of 195mm (7.68"), rendering this the city's wettest month. The commencement of the year experiences some of the highest temperatures as well. Despite the hefty rainfall, visitors can still look forward to an average of 7 sunshine hours daily. Commencing the year, Siavonga’s weather persistently remains warm and cordial.

Temperature

January in Siavonga reports an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31°C (87.8°F), slightly varied from December's 32°C (89.6°F). During January, the temperature tends to dip to an average of 22°C (71.6°F) at night.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Siavonga is January, when the rain falls for 16 days and typically aggregates up to 195mm (7.68") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Siavonga is 12h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:35 and sunset at 18:41. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:43 CAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 7h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index in Siavonga. A UV Index of 11, and more, symbolizes an extreme health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 12 in January translates into the following instructions:
Carry out all important precautions, unprotected skin could get burns in no time. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Despite the cloud cover, sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30 should be generously applied and reapplied, particularly after a swim or an outdoor workout.