January weather forecast
Ab Bala, Afghanistan

January

Weather in January

The year begins in Ab Bala, Afghanistan with the onset of wintry conditions featuring a distinguishingly low average temperature that drops to -15.8°C (3.6°F), the coldest of the entire year. Pervasive snowfall characterizes the weather outlook, enhancing the frigid ambiance but equally manifesting a picturesque snowy landscape. Longer nights and shorter daylight hours reinforce the chilly January weather. Typically, January also exhibits moderate wind speeds yet significant humidity, causing a perceptible chill in the air. Donned in its wintry splendor, Ab Bala’s January weather marks the epitome of a cold, snowy, and crisp start to the year.

Temperature

Ab Bala witnesses the coldest weather in January, with temperatures averaging a high of -3.6°C (25.5°F) and a low of -15.8°C (3.6°F).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 3.5 days. Throughout January, 16mm (0.63") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 63 rainfall days, and 205mm (8.07") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In January, it is snowing for 9.8 days. Throughout January, 125mm (4.92") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 62.1 snowfall days, and 831mm (32.72") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 10h and 8min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 07:06 and sunset at 16:58. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:58 and sunset at 17:26 +0430.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 6.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?
January, noted for its average high-temperature of -3.6°C (25.5°F) and an average low-temperature of -15.8°C (3.6°F), is considered the coldest month.
How cold is it in January?
In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are -3.6°C (25.5°F) and -15.8°C (3.6°F) respectively.
What is the average humidity in January?
The average relative humidity in January is 73%.
How many days does it rain in January?
In Ab Bala, Afghanistan, in January, during 3.5 rainfall days, 16mm (0.63") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
How many days does it snow in January?
In Ab Bala, Afghanistan, during January, snow falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 125mm (4.92") of snow.
How many hours of daylight does Ab Bala have in January?
The average day length in January is 10h and 8min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in January?
In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:06 and sunset at 16:58. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:58 and sunset at 17:26 +0430.
How long on average sun shines in January?
In Ab Bala, Afghanistan, the average sunshine duration in January is 6.7h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index?
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.
What is the UV index intensity in January?
The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average humidity
Average rainfall
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Average snowfall
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in January - Ab Bala, Afghanistan
Average temperature in January
Ab Bala, Afghanistan
  • Average high temperature in January: -3.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (19.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-3.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -15.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (8.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-15.8°C).

Average pressure in January - Ab Bala, Afghanistan
Average pressure in January
Ab Bala, Afghanistan
  • Average pressure in January: 1023.8mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (1023.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1008.6mbar).

Average wind speed in January - Ab Bala, Afghanistan
Average wind speed in January
Ab Bala, Afghanistan
  • Average wind speed in January: 10km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are June and July (12.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (7.7km/h).

Average humidity in January - Ab Bala, Afghanistan
Average humidity in January
Ab Bala, Afghanistan
  • Average humidity in January: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and September (31%).

Average rainfall in January - Ab Bala, Afghanistan
Average rainfall in January
Ab Bala, Afghanistan
  • Average rainfall in January: 16mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (50mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are August and September (2mm).

Average rainfall days in January - Ab Bala, Afghanistan
Average rainfall days in January
Ab Bala, Afghanistan
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.7 days).

Average snowfall in January - Ab Bala, Afghanistan
Average snowfall in January
Ab Bala, Afghanistan
  • Average snowfall in January: 125mm

The month with the highest snowfall is March (179mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January - Ab Bala, Afghanistan
Average snowfall days in January
Ab Bala, Afghanistan
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (13.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Ab Bala, Afghanistan
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Ab Bala, Afghanistan
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January - Ab Bala, Afghanistan
Average sunshine days in January
Ab Bala, Afghanistan
  • Average sunshine days in January: 21 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (28.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.2 days).

Average UV index in January - Ab Bala, Afghanistan
Average UV index in January
Ab Bala, Afghanistan
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January - Ab Bala, Afghanistan
Average cloud cover in January
Ab Bala, Afghanistan
  • Average cloud cover in January: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 31).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in January - Ab Bala, Afghanistan
Average visibility in January
Ab Bala, Afghanistan
  • Average visibility in January: 9km

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

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