January weather forecast
Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

The New Year in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe opens with January, a month demonstrating a relatively high humidity level of 71%, delivering the atmosphere a moist and warm feeling. Temperatures slightly dip from the day's highest, creating a comfortable and temperate climate across the city. Wandering through Bulawayo's urban landscape and natural attractions, one might carry an umbrella as rainfall is not a stranger throughout the month. Winds, although far from severe, might cause occasional rustling through the trees. With a balance between ample sunshine duration and cloud cover, January's weather in Bulawayo provides an ideal start for the year.

Temperature

Bulawayo sees the arrival of January with an average high-temperature of a still warm 27.1°C (80.8°F), indicating a subtle variation from December. An average low-temperature of 17.8°C (64°F) marks the nights throughout January.

Heat index

During January, the heat index is calculated to be 29°C (84.2°F). Persisting in activity during exposure could lead to weariness and subsequently to heat cramps.
The standards for the heat index are set for locations in shade and under light breezes. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Juveniles often do not understand the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a delayed symptom of dehydration - hence, it is vital to maintain hydration, particularly during ongoing physical activities.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 71%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout January, 55mm (2.17") of precipitation is accumulated. In Bulawayo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 77.6 days and collects up to 274mm (10.79") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 13h and 11min.
On the first day of January in Bulawayo, sunrise is at 05:28 and sunset at 18:48. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 18:49 CAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, is 10.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Bulawayo are January, March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during January morphs into the following directions:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.