January weather forecast
Livingstone, Zambia

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Weather in January

January in Livingstone, Zambia, signals the start of the year with a mix of warm temperatures and high humidity levels. This month experiences warm temperatures with an average high reaching 29.4°C (84.9°F) and a low around 20°C (68°F). The hot weather coupled with a high relative humidity of 73%, turns the city into a hot and humid location. The possibility of rain is considerably high with rainfall totaling up to 125mm (4.92"). This moisture combined with warm temperatures provides the ideal conditions for lush, green landscapes making it a beautiful month to visit Livingstone.

Temperature

Livingstone notes an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 29.4°C (84.9°F) in January, displaying minor variation from December. Livingstone, in the month of January, anticipates a consistent average low-temperature of 20°C (68°F).

Heat index

In January, the average heat index is computed to be a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Exercise heightened safety, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may provoke heatstroke.
Heat index's context suggests values are appropriate for shady areas and slight breezes. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. The individual's impression of temperature can be affected by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.

Humidity

In Livingstone, the average relative humidity in January is 73%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 22.4 days and typically aggregates up to 125mm (4.92") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 13h and 4min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:44 and sunset at 18:55. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:57 CAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 9.7h.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In January, the UV index of 6 transforms into the following advice:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in January?

In January, in Livingstone, the average high-temperature is 29.4°C (84.9°F), and the average low-temperature is 20°C (68°F). In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 34°C (93.2°F).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 73%.

What is the wettest month in Livingstone?

The month with the most rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 22.4 days and typically aggregates up to 125mm (4.92") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In Livingstone, during January, the rain falls for 22.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 125mm (4.92") of precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January in Livingstone is 13h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:44 and sunset at 18:55. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:57 CAT.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 9.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In Livingstone, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Livingstone, Zambia

Average temperature in January - Livingstone, Zambia
  • Average high temperature in January: 29.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (35.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (25.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 20°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (22.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (11.1°C).

Average pressure in January
Livingstone, Zambia

Average pressure in January - Livingstone, Zambia
  • Average pressure in January: 1010mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1010mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Livingstone, Zambia

Average wind speed in January - Livingstone, Zambia
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.3km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are September and October (12.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (8.2km/h).

Average humidity in January
Livingstone, Zambia

Average humidity in January - Livingstone, Zambia
  • Average humidity in January: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (24%).

Average rainfall in January
Livingstone, Zambia

Average rainfall in January - Livingstone, Zambia
  • Average rainfall in January: 125mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (125mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Livingstone, Zambia

Average rainfall days in January - Livingstone, Zambia
  • Average rainfall days in January: 22.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (22.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.1 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Livingstone, Zambia

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Livingstone, Zambia
  • Average daylight in January: 13h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are May and June (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Livingstone, Zambia

Average sunshine days in January - Livingstone, Zambia
  • Average sunshine days in January: 6.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Livingstone, Zambia

Average UV index in January - Livingstone, Zambia
  • Average UV index in January: 6

The month with the highest UV index is October (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in January
Livingstone, Zambia

Average cloud cover in January - Livingstone, Zambia
  • Average cloud cover in January: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 2).

Average visibility in January
Livingstone, Zambia

Average visibility in January - Livingstone, Zambia
  • Average visibility in January: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (9km).

Livingstone, Zambia

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