January weather forecast
Lalma, Afghanistan

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Weather in January

As Lalma, Afghanistan ushers in the new year with January, the coldest month sets in with temperatures hitting the lowest in the year at -17.3°C (0.9°F) to -5.3°C (22.5°F). A dense cover of snow blankets the city, paving the way for snow-related activities. Driving conditions might be challenging with poor visibility and slippery roads. Bundling up is advisable as the biting cold coupled with relative humidity of 74% adds a chillier feel to the air. The frequent snowfall also restricts the sunlight hours, contributing to the overall cold environment.

Temperature

Lalma's January weather, with an average high temperature of -5.3°C (22.5°F) and an average low temperature of -17.3°C (0.9°F), tends to be the coldest of the year.

Humidity

In Lalma, the average relative humidity in January is 74%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 5.6 days. Throughout January, 24mm (0.94") of precipitation is accumulated. In Lalma, during the entire year, the rain falls for 61.4 days and collects up to 224mm (8.82") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Lalma, in January, during 11.8 snowfall days, 197mm (7.76") of snow is typically accumulated. In Lalma, Afghanistan, during the entire year, snow falls for 67.7 days and aggregates up to 1186mm (46.69") of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Lalma is 10h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:04 and sunset at 16:56. On the last day of January, in Lalma, sunrise is at 06:56 and sunset at 17:24 +0430.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Lalma, Afghanistan, is 6.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Lalma are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jan 24, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Lalma?

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of -5.3°C (22.5°F) and a low of -17.3°C (0.9°F), January stands out as the coldest month in Lalma.

How cold is it in Lalma in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Lalma, records -5.3°C (22.5°F), while the low-temperature is -17.3°C (0.9°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Lalma?

In January, the average relative humidity in Lalma, Afghanistan, is 74%.

How much does it rain in Lalma in January?

In January, in Lalma, the rain falls for 5.6 days. Throughout January, 24mm (0.94") of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Lalma in January?

In Lalma, in January, during 11.8 snowfall days, 197mm (7.76") of snow is typically accumulated.

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

In Lalma, Afghanistan, the average day length in January is 10h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Lalma?

On the first day of January in Lalma, Afghanistan, sunrise is at 07:04 and sunset at 16:56. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:56 and sunset at 17:24 +0430.

How long on average sun shines in January in Lalma?

The average sunshine duration in January in Lalma, Afghanistan, is 6.7h.

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

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Lalma.

How high is the UV index in January in Lalma?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Lalma, Afghanistan, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Lalma, Afghanistan

Average temperature in January - Lalma, Afghanistan
  • Average high temperature in January: -5.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (20.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-5.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -17.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (9.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-17.3°C).

Average pressure in January
Lalma, Afghanistan

Average pressure in January - Lalma, Afghanistan
  • Average pressure in January: 1023.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1023.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1008.3mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Lalma, Afghanistan

Average wind speed in January - Lalma, Afghanistan
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (13km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are November and December (8.5km/h).

Average humidity in January
Lalma, Afghanistan

Average humidity in January - Lalma, Afghanistan
  • Average humidity in January: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and September (29%).

Average rainfall in January
Lalma, Afghanistan

Average rainfall in January - Lalma, Afghanistan
  • Average rainfall in January: 24mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and May (41mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July, August and September (2mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Lalma, Afghanistan

Average rainfall days in January - Lalma, Afghanistan
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Lalma, Afghanistan

Average snowfall in January - Lalma, Afghanistan
  • Average snowfall in January: 197mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (292mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January
Lalma, Afghanistan

Average snowfall days in January - Lalma, Afghanistan
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Lalma, Afghanistan

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Lalma, Afghanistan
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Lalma, Afghanistan

Average sunshine days in January - Lalma, Afghanistan
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (28.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Lalma, Afghanistan

Average UV index in January - Lalma, Afghanistan
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Lalma, Afghanistan

Average cloud cover in January - Lalma, Afghanistan
  • Average cloud cover in January: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 34).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in January
Lalma, Afghanistan

Average visibility in January - Lalma, Afghanistan
  • Average visibility in January: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (8km).

Lalma, Afghanistan

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