January Weather in Nkhotakota

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Nkhotakota, Malawi, during January is characterized by an average temperature of 25°C (77°F). Highs can soar to 29°C (85°F), while lows may dip to 22°C (72°F). Typically, the humidity level in Nkhotakota throughout January hovers around 89%.

22°C (72°F)

Minimum temperature

25°C (77°F)

Average temperature

29°C (85°F)

Maximum temperature

89%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In January, Nkhotakota averages 341 mm (13.4 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 24 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 46 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 7 hours 14 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 11% probability of sunny days during this period.

341 mm (13.4 inches)

Precipitation

24 rainy days

Rainy days

7 hours 14 minutes

Sunshine hours

11%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In January, the UV Index in Nkhotakota reaches a maximum of 15, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 11:00 and 13:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  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
UVI 2 4 8 12 15 15 14 10 6 3 1 1 0
Exposure Low Moderate VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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