January weather forecast
Ndola, Zambia

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Weather in January

As the year unravels in Ndola, Zambia, January stands as one of the wettest months with rainfall reaching 183mm (7.2"). This time of the year often sees a blend of humid afternoons, mild evenings, and a not-so-clear atmosphere, owed largely to the heavy cloud cover. Gusts of wind pick up but never really shock, permitting fair conditions overall. Expect frequent overcast skies, hinting at the city's prevalent monsoon influence. Despite this, the ongoing rainfall gives rise to a unique, refreshed atmosphere in Ndola’s January.

Temperature

January is the coldest month in Ndola, with an average high-temperature of 24.8°C (76.6°F) and an average low-temperature of 17°C (62.6°F).

Humidity

In Ndola, the average relative humidity in January is 89%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 27.2 days and accumulates 183mm (7.2") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Ndola, the average length of the day in January is 12h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:42 and sunset at 18:35. On the last day of January, in Ndola, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:39 CAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 7.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, March through June and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 during January translates into the following recommendations:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.

Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

January, with its average high-temperature of 24.8°C (76.6°F) and an average low-temperature of 17°C (62.6°F), holds the record as the coldest month in Ndola.

What are January temperatures?

In Ndola, in January, the average high-temperature is 24.8°C (76.6°F), and the average low-temperature is 17°C (62.6°F).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 89%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 27.2 days and typically aggregates up to 183mm (7.2") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In Ndola, in January, during 27.2 rainfall days, 183mm (7.2") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Ndola have in January?

In Ndola, the average day length in January is 12h and 47min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:42 and sunset at 18:35. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:39 CAT.

How many hours of sunshine does Ndola have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 7.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January, March through June and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Ndola, Zambia

Average temperature in January - Ndola, Zambia
  • Average high temperature in January: 24.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (33.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 17°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (18.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (10°C).

Average pressure in January
Ndola, Zambia

Average pressure in January - Ndola, Zambia
  • Average pressure in January: 1011.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1019.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.3mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Ndola, Zambia

Average wind speed in January - Ndola, Zambia
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (12.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (6.3km/h).

Average humidity in January
Ndola, Zambia

Average humidity in January - Ndola, Zambia
  • Average humidity in January: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (31%).

Average rainfall in January
Ndola, Zambia

Average rainfall in January - Ndola, Zambia
  • Average rainfall in January: 183mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (183mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Ndola, Zambia

Average rainfall days in January - Ndola, Zambia
  • Average rainfall days in January: 27.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (27.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.1 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Ndola, Zambia
  • Average daylight in January: 12h and 5min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Ndola, Zambia

Average sunshine days in January - Ndola, Zambia
  • Average sunshine days in January: 3.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (2.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Ndola, Zambia

Average UV index in January - Ndola, Zambia
  • Average UV index in January: 5

The months with the highest UV index are September and October (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, March, April, May, June and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in January
Ndola, Zambia

Average cloud cover in January - Ndola, Zambia
  • Average cloud cover in January: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 4).

Average visibility in January
Ndola, Zambia

Average visibility in January - Ndola, Zambia
  • Average visibility in January: 6km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (6km).

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