January weather forecastHarare, Zimbabwe
January
Weather in January
Kicking off the start of the year in Harare, Zimbabwe, January's weather continues the city's rain-drenched march. This period experiences significant rainfall, with precipitation reaching a hefty 151mm (5.94"). January's climate leans on the humid side, with the city draping a misty haze that limits visibility. The high humidity levels soften the city's heat, making it quite warm, but not stifling. Weather patterns transition from the late rains of December, as more sunshine heralds the slow approach of drier months.Temperature
Harare marks the onset of January with an average high-temperature of a still warm 25.8°C (78.4°F), a subtle shift from December's 27°C (80.6°F). In January, Harare experiences a temperature dip to an average of 16.6°C (61.9°F) at night.Humidity
In Harare, the average relative humidity in January is 79%.Rainfall
January is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 24.4 days and accumulates 151mm (5.94") of precipitation.Daylight
The average length of the day in January in Harare is 13h and 4min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:23 and sunset at 18:34. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 05:42 and sunset at 18:36 CAT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in January is 9.9h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are January, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The UV index of 6 in January translates into these instructions:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Harare, Zimbabwe
- Average high temperature in January: 25.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (30.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (21.8°C).
- Average low temperature in January: 16.6°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is December (17.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (8.3°C).
Average pressure in January
Harare, Zimbabwe
- Average pressure in January: 1011.8mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1022.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.8mbar).
Average wind speed in January
Harare, Zimbabwe
- Average wind speed in January: 8.3km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (7.7km/h).
Average humidity in January
Harare, Zimbabwe
- Average humidity in January: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (39%).
Average rainfall in January
Harare, Zimbabwe
- Average rainfall in January: 151mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (151mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are August and September (1mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Harare, Zimbabwe
- Average rainfall days in January: 24.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (24.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (1.2 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Harare, Zimbabwe
- Average daylight in January: 13h and 6min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in January: 9h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in January
Harare, Zimbabwe
- Average sunshine days in January: 5.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (28.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (5.5 days).
Average UV index in January
Harare, Zimbabwe
- Average UV index in January: 6
The months with the highest UV index are January, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in January
Harare, Zimbabwe
- Average cloud cover in January: 48
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 6).
Average visibility in January
Harare, Zimbabwe
- Average visibility in January: 8km
The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September, October and November (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (8km).
