January weather forecast
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

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A white statue of Jesus Christ looking down to the Bole Medhane Alem Church in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
A white statue of Jesus Christ looking down to the Bole Medhane Alem Church in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Weather in January

In the heart of Addis Ababa, the weather in January is quite consistent, with warm days and cool nights. Temperature ranges from 21.8°C (71.2°F) at the peak of the day to 8.4°C (47.1°F) during the night, making it a mildly warm climate. Rainfall in January is not prominent, although light sprinkle might be expected. The city sees considerable daylight and sunshine, making days fairly bright. Wind speed in Addis Ababa during this time of the year is mild, resulting in a pleasant start to the year.

Temperature

January brings an average high-temperature of a still pleasant 21.8°C (71.2°F), nearly identical to the preceding month. Addis Ababa sees a consistent average low-temperature of 8.4°C (47.1°F) in January, indicating a substantial decrease from the day's temperature.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Addis Ababa is 53%.

Rainfall

In Addis Ababa, in January, it is raining for 4.9 days, with typically 7mm (0.28") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Addis Ababa, there are 177.8 rainfall days, and 873mm (34.37") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 11h and 40min.
On the first day of January in Addis Ababa, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 18:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 18:30 EAT.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 9.8h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

January through May, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: During January, 5 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.
Updated: Jan 30, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Addis Ababa in January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Addis Ababa during January are 21.8°C (71.2°F) and 8.4°C (47.1°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Addis Ababa?

In January, the average relative humidity is 53%.

How many days does it rain in January in Addis Ababa?

In Addis Ababa, in January, it is raining for 4.9 days, with typically 7mm (0.28") of accumulated precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Addis Ababa have in January?

In Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, the average day length in January is 11h and 40min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Addis Ababa?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 18:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 18:30 EAT.

What is the month with the most sunshine in Addis Ababa?

January and December, with an average of 9.8h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Addis Ababa?

The average sunshine duration in January in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, is 9.8h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Addis Ababa?

January through May, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

How high is the UV index in January in Addis Ababa?

In Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Average temperature in January - Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
  • Average high temperature in January: 21.8°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are February and March (23.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (19.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 8.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is June (12.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is November (7.4°C).

Average pressure in January
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Average pressure in January - Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
  • Average pressure in January: 1016mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1016.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1013.9mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Average wind speed in January - Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.7km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and October (8.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4km/h).

Average humidity in January
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Average humidity in January - Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
  • Average humidity in January: 53%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (51%).

Average rainfall in January
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Average rainfall in January - Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
  • Average rainfall in January: 7mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (213mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (4mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Average rainfall days in January - Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (30.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (4.1 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
  • Average daylight in January: 11h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 9h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Average sunshine days in January - Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
  • Average sunshine days in January: 23.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (25.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (0.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Average UV index in January - Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
  • Average UV index in January: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April and May (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in January
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Average cloud cover in January - Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
  • Average cloud cover in January: 12

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in January
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Average visibility in January - Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
  • Average visibility in January: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, June, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (7km).

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

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