Uganda Weather in January: Temperature, Precipitation, Wind
In January, Uganda experiences warm and rainy weather conditions throughout the entire country. The average temperature is 22.6°C (72.7°F), with highs of 27.9°C (82.3°F) and lows of 17.9°C (64.2°F). There is an average of 10 days of precipitation, with a total monthly average of 50mm (2 inches) of rainfall. The weather in Uganda in January is characterized by the northeast trade winds, which bring moist air from the Indian Ocean, resulting in the rainy season for most of the country. The central and western regions, including the capital city of Kampala, receive the highest amounts of rainfall, averaging around 100mm (4 inches) for the month. The weather conditions in January are favorable for agricultural activities, and many farmers take advantage of the rainy season to plant their crops. The increased rainfall also leads to higher water levels in rivers and lakes, providing ample opportunities for fishing and other water-related activities. The lush green landscapes and abundant wildlife make January a popular time for tourists to visit Uganda.
What is the temperature in Uganda in January?
Average air temperature in Uganda is 22.6°C (72.7°F) in January. The outside temperature in Uganda feels like 22.7°C (72.9°F) on a typical January day. The highest average temperature during sunny days is 27.9°C (82.3°F) and feels like 28.1°C (82.5°F). The lowest average temperature after dark is 17.9°C (64.2°F) which feels like 17.9°C (64.2°F).
How hot is Uganda in January?
The hot temperature in January in Uganda rises to 31.5°C (88.7°F) on sunny days with low cloud coverage and 73% humidity. During hottest days of January it feels like 30.4 °C (86.7°F). The average maximum temp in Uganda is 27.9°C (86.7°F) during day time in January.
How cold is Uganda in January?
The coldest temp in Uganda in January drops to 15.5°C (59.9°F) during the cold nights. With 23.3km/h (14.5mph) winds and 73% humidity it feels like 15.5°C (59.9°F) on the coldest nights. The average minimum temperature is 17.9°C (64.2°F) during night time in January.
Does it rain in Uganda in January?
Yes, it rains for 10 days in Uganda in January averaging 1.8 mm of precipitation. Uganda has a 22.6% chance for rain throughout the entire month of January.
How much does it rain in Uganda throughout January?
Uganda has 1.8 mm (0.07 inch) of rain per day on average in January. It rains for an average of 10 days out of the entire month.
Is Uganda windy in January?
The average speed of wind in Uganda during January is 23.3km/h (14.5mph) and average windgust is 22km/h (13.7mph). On some days in January wind can reach up to 33.5km/h (20.8mph).
What is the direction of the wind in Uganda in January?
Most days of January the wind is blowing from South direction in Uganda.
What are the humidity levels in Uganda in January?
The average humidity levels in Uganda in January are 73%. Daily humidity levels in Uganda range from 57.6% to 82% during January.
How many hours of daylight are in Uganda in January?
Uganda has 12 hours 06 minutes of daylight in January on average. Sunset and sunrise times gradually change throughout the month. Sunrise in Uganda in January is at 6:55:50 and the sunset is at 19:02:01.
What is the cloud coverage in Uganda in January?
Clouds cover 38.2% of the sky on average throughout January in Uganda. The cloud coverage ranges from 13.6% to 60.1% depending on the day of the month.
What is the UV level in January in Uganda?
The average UV index in Uganda is 9.6 in January. UV levels change throughout the month and range from 8 to 10.
What is the solar radiation in Uganda in January?
The average solar radiation is 261.4 W/m2 (Watts per square meter) in Uganda during January. However solar radiation levels change throughout the month and range from 172.2 W/m2 to 317 W/m2.
What is the solar energy during January in Uganda?
The average solar energy during January in Uganda is 22.6 MJ/m2 (megajoules per square metre). Solar energy ranges from 14.7 MJ/m2, to 27.5 MJ/m2 during January.
Are there severe weather risks in Uganda in January?
Yes, there is a 11.9% risk for severe weather in Uganda in January.
What is the air pressure in Uganda in January?
On average the air pressure in Uganda in January is 1014.5 mb (millibars). Throughout the month the sea level pressure ranges from 1012 mb to 1017.1 mb.
What is the visibility in Uganda in January?
The average daylight visibility in Uganda in January is 13.4 km (8.3 miles). Depending on the precipitation the visibility ranges from 10.3 km (6.4 miles) to 19.9 km (12.4 miles) throughout January.
What is the dew point in Uganda in January?
The average dew point in Uganda during January is 17.1°C (62.8°F).
Where is the data for Uganda climate in January coming from?
The climate data for Uganda in January is collected from the following weather stations.
- KAMPALA, UG
- JINJA, UG
- ENTEBBE INTERNATIONAL, UG
- HUEN