January weather forecast
Mponela, Malawi

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Weather in January

This city ushers in the New Year with warm temperatures, reflecting its tropical climate. Average peak temperatures hover around 25°C (77°F), and rainfall is quite heavy, reaching up to 160mm (6.3"). Mponela, Malawi also witnesses frequent cloudy days in January, leading to a modest amount of daylight for 12.8 hours. This weather situation provides cool relief from the afternoon sun. High humidity adds to the muggy weather, setting the scene for this tropical city's January.

Temperature

January registers an average high-temperature of a still warm 25°C (77°F), slightly varied from December's 27.4°C (81.3°F). Throughout January, Mponela experiences a low-temperature average of 17.8°C (64°F).

Humidity

In Mponela, the average relative humidity in January is 87%.

Rainfall

In Mponela, in January, it is raining for 27 days, with typically 160mm (6.3") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Mponela, there are 149.3 rainfall days, and 633mm (24.92") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 12h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:21 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of January, in Mponela, sunrise is at 05:37 and sunset at 18:19 CAT.

Sunshine

In Mponela, the average sunshine in January is 8.2h.

UV index

January, March through July, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Mponela, Malawi. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In January, a regular UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 6, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

What are January temperatures in Mponela?

In Mponela, 25°C (77°F) is the average high-temperature and 17.8°C (64°F) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the average humidity in January in Mponela?

In January, the average relative humidity is 87%.

How many days does it rain in January in Mponela?

In Mponela, Malawi, in January, it is raining for 27 days, with typically 160mm (6.3") of accumulated precipitation.

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

In January, the average day length is 12h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Mponela?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:21 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of the month, in Mponela, sunrise is at 05:37 and sunset at 18:19 CAT.

How long on average sun shines in January in Mponela?

The average sunshine duration in January in Mponela, Malawi, is 8.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Mponela?

The months with the lowest UV index in Mponela are January, March through July, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

How high is the UV index in January in Mponela?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Mponela, Malawi, is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Mponela, Malawi

Average temperature in January - Mponela, Malawi
  • Average high temperature in January: 25°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (29.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (22.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 17.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (19.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (10.8°C).

Average pressure in January
Mponela, Malawi

Average pressure in January - Mponela, Malawi
  • Average pressure in January: 1011.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.1mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Mponela, Malawi

Average wind speed in January - Mponela, Malawi
  • Average wind speed in January: 6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (5.8km/h).

Average humidity in January
Mponela, Malawi

Average humidity in January - Mponela, Malawi
  • Average humidity in January: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (47%).

Average rainfall in January
Mponela, Malawi

Average rainfall in January - Mponela, Malawi
  • Average rainfall in January: 160mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (166mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July, August and September (1mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Mponela, Malawi

Average rainfall days in January - Mponela, Malawi
  • Average rainfall days in January: 27 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (27 days).
The months with the least rainy days are August and September (1.7 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Mponela, Malawi

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Mponela, Malawi
  • 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 8h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Mponela, Malawi

Average sunshine days in January - Mponela, Malawi
  • Average sunshine days in January: 3.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (27.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (3.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Mponela, Malawi

Average UV index in January - Mponela, Malawi
  • Average UV index in January: 5

The months with the highest UV index are February, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, March, April, May, June and July (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in January
Mponela, Malawi

Average cloud cover in January - Mponela, Malawi
  • Average cloud cover in January: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in January
Mponela, Malawi

Average visibility in January - Mponela, Malawi
  • Average visibility in January: 7km

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

Mponela, Malawi

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