January weather forecast
Gulu, Uganda

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Weather in January

January in Gulu, Uganda sets the tone for the year with warm weather and relatively low humidity. The climatic conditions balance towards the hot side, indicating a balmy tropical climate. The start of the year witnesses clear skies incorporating an average cloud cover of only 11%. However, on closer observation, the most prominent characteristic is that the month registers a peak with high temperatures reaching up to 33.5°C (92.3°F). Local residents and tourists alike can enjoy an abundance of daylight, with the sun shining bright for a significant part of the day.

Temperature

January signifies a subtle uplift in the average high-temperature, adjusting from a hot 30.5°C (86.9°F) in December to a still tropical 33.5°C (92.3°F). In Gulu, January nights witness a remarkable decline from the day's zenith to a comfortable 19.9°C (67.8°F).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 38%, January is the least humid month in Gulu.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 3.8 days and typically collects 7mm (0.28") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Gulu, the average length of the day in January is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 18:53. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 07:04 and sunset at 19:04 EAT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are January and February, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine.

UV index

January and February, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Gulu, Uganda. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during January morphs into the following directions:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Gulu in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Gulu, is 33.5°C (92.3°F), while the low-temperature averages to 19.9°C (67.8°F).

What is the least humid month in Gulu?

January is the least humid month in Gulu, with an average relative humidity of 38%.

What is the average humidity in January in Gulu?

In January, the average relative humidity is 38%.

What is the driest month in Gulu?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 3.8 days and typically collects 7mm (0.28") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Gulu in January?

In January, in Gulu, Uganda, the rain falls for 3.8 days. Throughout January, 7mm (0.28") of precipitation is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Gulu have in January?

In January, the average day length is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Gulu?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 18:53. On the last day of the month, in Gulu, Uganda, sunrise is at 07:04 and sunset at 19:04 EAT.

What is the month with the most sunshine in Gulu?

The months with the most sunshine in Gulu are January and February, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Gulu?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Gulu is 9.9h.

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

The months with the highest UV index are January and February, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

What is the UV index reading in January in Gulu?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Gulu is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Gulu, Uganda

Average temperature in January - Gulu, Uganda
  • Average high temperature in January: 33.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (34.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (26.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 19.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (21.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (16.7°C).

Average pressure in January
Gulu, Uganda

Average pressure in January - Gulu, Uganda
  • Average pressure in January: 1010.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1009mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Gulu, Uganda

Average wind speed in January - Gulu, Uganda
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.1km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (4km/h).

Average humidity in January
Gulu, Uganda

Average humidity in January - Gulu, Uganda
  • Average humidity in January: 38%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (38%).

Average rainfall in January
Gulu, Uganda

Average rainfall in January - Gulu, Uganda
  • Average rainfall in January: 7mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (161mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (7mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Gulu, Uganda

Average rainfall days in January - Gulu, Uganda
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (28.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.8 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Gulu, Uganda

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Gulu, Uganda
  • Average daylight in January: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 9h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are May and August (Average sunshine: 8h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Gulu, Uganda

Average sunshine days in January - Gulu, Uganda
  • Average sunshine days in January: 25.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (1.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Gulu, Uganda

Average UV index in January - Gulu, Uganda
  • Average UV index in January: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January and February (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in January
Gulu, Uganda

Average cloud cover in January - Gulu, Uganda
  • Average cloud cover in January: 11

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in January
Gulu, Uganda

Average visibility in January - Gulu, Uganda
  • Average visibility in January: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and August (7km).

Gulu, Uganda

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