January weather forecast
Mtwara, Tanzania

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Weather in January

As Mtwara, Tanzania welcomes January, the city experiences prominent weather patterns, starting off with a relatively high temperature and continued rainfall. Of note, the rain can measure up to 199mm (7.83") during the month, accompanied by the highest UV index rating of 12, making the city quite humid and damp. Following the rainfall, the climate tends to be mildly hot during the day but cools down comfortably during the night. The sea keeps to its pleasantly warm condition, favoring aquatic activities. The number of rainfall days decreases as the month progresses, predicting a drier climate for the following month.

Temperature

Mtwara's warmest season falls during January through April, October through December, averaging a high-temperature of 31°C (87.8°F).

Rainfall

January is the month with the most rainfall in Mtwara. Rain falls for 19 days and accumulates 199mm (7.83") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Mtwara, the average seawater temperature in January is 29.1°C (84.4°F).
Note: For swimming, diving, and similar activities, the water temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are considered delightful, allowing for extended periods of enjoyment without discomfort.

Daylight

In Mtwara, the average length of the day in January is 12h and 39min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:44. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:49 EAT.

Sunshine

In Mtwara, the average sunshine in January is 7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through April, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index value of 11, and more, symbolizes an extreme health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, a daily maximum UV index of 12 leads to the following instructions:
Put into action all important safeguards, unprotected skin may burn swiftly. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Despite the clouds, sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30 should be used liberally and reapplied frequently, especially after a swim or outdoor workout. Caution! The Sun's UV rays become stronger due to reflections from water and sand.

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the hottest in Mtwara?

January through April, October through December, with an average high-temperature of 31°C (87.8°F), are warmest months.

How hot is it in Mtwara in January?

During January, Mtwara experiences an average high-temperature of 31°C (87.8°F) and a low-temperature of 24°C (75.2°F).

What is the wettest month in Mtwara?

January is the month with the most rainfall in Mtwara. Rain falls for 19 days and accumulates 199mm (7.83") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Mtwara in January?

In Mtwara, in January, it is raining for 19 days, with typically 199mm (7.83") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the water temperature in January in Mtwara?

In Mtwara, Tanzania, in January, the average water temperature is 29.1°C (84.4°F). Water temperature between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) is regarded as very warm and enjoyable by all. With these temperatures, water activities are pleasurable, without feeling uncomfortable for prolonged periods.

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

In Mtwara, Tanzania, the average day length in January is 12h and 39min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Mtwara?

On the first day of January in Mtwara, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:44. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:49 EAT.

How long on average sun shines in January in Mtwara?

The average sunshine duration in January in Mtwara, Tanzania, is 7h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Mtwara?

The months with the highest UV index in Mtwara are January through April, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12.

What is the UV index reading in January in Mtwara?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Mtwara, Tanzania, is 12. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an ultimate hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average temperature in January
Mtwara, Tanzania

Average temperature in January - Mtwara, Tanzania
  • Average high temperature in January: 31°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (31°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (29°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 24°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January and February (24°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are July, August and September (19°C).

Average rainfall in January
Mtwara, Tanzania

Average rainfall in January - Mtwara, Tanzania
  • Average rainfall in January: 199mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (199mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (11mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Mtwara, Tanzania

Average rainfall days in January - Mtwara, Tanzania
  • Average rainfall days in January: 19 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June, August and September (4 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Mtwara, Tanzania

Average sea temperature in January - Mtwara, Tanzania
  • Average sea temperature in January: 29.1°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is March (29.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (25.7°C).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Mtwara, Tanzania

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Mtwara, Tanzania
  • Average daylight in January: 12h and 4min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 7h

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 10h).
The month with the least sunshine is March (Average sunshine: 6h).

Average UV index in January
Mtwara, Tanzania

Average UV index in January - Mtwara, Tanzania
  • Average UV index in January: 12

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December (UV index 12).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 9).

Mtwara, Tanzania

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