January weather forecast
Serengeti National Park, Tanzania

The zeal of Zebras and a giraffe on a vast brown grass field in the Serengeti National Park in Tanzania
The zeal of Zebras and a giraffe on a vast brown grass field in the Serengeti National Park in Tanzania

January

Weather in January

In the Tanzanian region of the Serengeti National Park, January ushers in a new year with an array of climatic features. The month is celebrated for its moderate temperatures, strong UV index, and substantial daylight hours. The recorded peak temperature for the month is 28°C (82.4°F). Additionally, a significant aspect of January's weather pattern includes considerable rainfall and numerous rainy days. A blend of these elements establishes January's distinct atmospheric composition in this wildlife sanctuary.

Temperature

During January through March and October, Serengeti National Park registers its highest temperatures, averaging a high of 28°C (82.4°F).

Rainfall

In Serengeti National Park, during January, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 81mm (3.19") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 142 rainfall days, and 840mm (33.07") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 12h and 14min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 18:51. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 19:00 EAT.

Sunshine

January through March, June through December, with an average of 8h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an extreme threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 12 in January converts into the following recommendations:
Take all critical precautions, unprotected skin might burn swiftly. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. To guard against sunburn, use sunscreen with at least 30 SPF. It also counters the Sun's detrimental radiation effects on the immune system.

Frequently asked questions

What is the warmest month?
Serengeti National Park sees its peak of temperatures during January through March and October, with an average high-temperature of 28°C (82.4°F).
How hot is January?
Serengeti National Park in January has an average high-temperature of 28°C (82.4°F) and an average low-temperature of 15°C (59°F).
How many days does it rain in January?
In Serengeti National Park, in January, during 13 rainfall days, 81mm (3.19") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
What is the average length of the day in January?
In Serengeti National Park, the average day length in January is 12h and 14min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Serengeti National Park?
In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 18:51. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 19:00 EAT.
What is the month with the most sunshine?
January through March, June through December, with an average of 8h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in January?
In January, the average sunshine duration in Serengeti National Park is 8h.
What are the months with the highest UV index?
January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index.
What is the UV index reading in January?
In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 12. A UV Index value of 11, and more, symbolizes an ultimate hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average UV index
Average temperature in January - Serengeti National Park, Tanzania
Average temperature in January
Serengeti National Park, Tanzania
  • Average high temperature in January: 28°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January, February, March and October (28°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are May, June and July (25°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 15°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (16°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are June and July (13°C).

Average rainfall in January - Serengeti National Park, Tanzania
Average rainfall in January
Serengeti National Park, Tanzania
  • Average rainfall in January: 81mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (137mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (9mm).

Average rainfall days in January - Serengeti National Park, Tanzania
Average rainfall days in January
Serengeti National Park, Tanzania
  • Average rainfall days in January: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (21 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July, August and September (6 days).

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Serengeti National Park, Tanzania
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Serengeti National Park, Tanzania
  • Average daylight in January: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 8h

The months with the most sunshine are January, February, March, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (Average sunshine: 8h).
The months with the least sunshine are April and May (Average sunshine: 7h).

Average UV index in January - Serengeti National Park, Tanzania
Average UV index in January
Serengeti National Park, Tanzania
  • Average UV index in January: 12

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 12).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 11).

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