January weather forecast
Makambako, Tanzania

January

Weather in January

In Makambako, Tanzania, the weather pattern in January sees a mix of intermittent rain, reduced daylight, and cooler temperatures. As the first month of the year, it is characterized by the peaks of rainfall, topping the year with a total of 325mm (12.8"). February carries similar meteorological features, albeit with slightly less rainfall. Relatively widespread cloud cover and greater relative humidity contribute to lower visibility during January. The presence of moderate winds provides a slight reprieve from the otherwise gloomy weather.

Temperature

Makambako's weather in January, with an average high-temperature of a still pleasant 21.3°C (70.3°F), subtly shifts from December's 22.7°C (72.9°F). Throughout January, Makambako's nights cool down to an average of 14.8°C (58.6°F).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Makambako, Tanzania, in January, it is raining for 30.7 days, with typically 325mm (12.8") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 196 rainfall days, and 1429mm (56.26") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Makambako, the average length of the day in January is 12h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 19:02. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 19:08 EAT.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 6.7h.

UV index

January through March and June, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in January converts into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in January?
In Makambako, in January, the average high-temperature is 21.3°C (70.3°F), and the average low-temperature is 14.8°C (58.6°F).
What is the average humidity in January?
In Makambako, the average relative humidity in January is 89%.
How many days does it rain in January?
In Makambako, in January, it is raining for 30.7 days, with typically 325mm (12.8") of accumulated precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in January in Makambako?
In January, the average day length in Makambako is 12h and 34min.
When are sunrise and sunset in January?
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 19:02. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 19:08 EAT.
How many hours of sunshine does Makambako have in January?
The average sunshine duration in January is 6.7h.
When is the lowest UV index?
January through March and June, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index.
What is the UV index intensity in January?
The average daily maximum UV index in January is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January - Makambako, Tanzania
Average temperature in January
Makambako, Tanzania
  • Average high temperature in January: 21.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (27°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (20.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 14.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (15.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (10.3°C).

Average pressure in January - Makambako, Tanzania
Average pressure in January
Makambako, Tanzania
  • Average pressure in January: 1012.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1018.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.8mbar).

Average wind speed in January - Makambako, Tanzania
Average wind speed in January
Makambako, Tanzania
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (14.3km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and February (6.2km/h).

Average humidity in January - Makambako, Tanzania
Average humidity in January
Makambako, Tanzania
  • Average humidity in January: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (58%).

Average rainfall in January - Makambako, Tanzania
Average rainfall in January
Makambako, Tanzania
  • Average rainfall in January: 325mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (336mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (2mm).

Average rainfall days in January - Makambako, Tanzania
Average rainfall days in January
Makambako, Tanzania
  • Average rainfall days in January: 30.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (30.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (2.6 days).

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Makambako, Tanzania
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Makambako, Tanzania
  • Average daylight in January: 12h and 4min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is March (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January - Makambako, Tanzania
Average sunshine days in January
Makambako, Tanzania
  • Average sunshine days in January: 0.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (25.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (0.3 days).

Average UV index in January - Makambako, Tanzania
Average UV index in January
Makambako, Tanzania
  • Average UV index in January: 4

The month with the highest UV index is October (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and June (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in January - Makambako, Tanzania
Average cloud cover in January
Makambako, Tanzania
  • Average cloud cover in January: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in January - Makambako, Tanzania
Average visibility in January
Makambako, Tanzania
  • Average visibility in January: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and April (7km).

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