Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Lilongwe, Malawi, during January is characterized by an average temperature of 22°C (72°F). Highs can soar to 30°C (86°F), while lows may dip to 17°C (63°F). Typically, the humidity level in Lilongwe throughout January hovers around 88%.
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In January, Lilongwe averages 193 mm (7.6 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 21 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 49 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 7 hours 20 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 11% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In January, the UV Index in Lilongwe reaches a maximum of 17, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.
| 07:00 | 08:00 | 09:00 | 10:00 | 11:00 | 12:00 | 13:00 | 14:00 | 15:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 | 18:00 | 19:00 | |
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| UVI | 2 | 5 | 9 | 13 | 16 | 17 | 16 | 12 | 7 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | VeryHigh | Extreme | High | Moderate | Low | ||||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 15 min | 10 min | 25 min | 30 min | 45 min | ||||||