January Weather in Salima

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Salima, Malawi, during January is characterized by an average temperature of 25°C (78°F). Highs can soar to 29°C (85°F), while lows may dip to 22°C (73°F). Typically, the humidity level in Salima throughout January hovers around 89%.

22°C (73°F)

Minimum temperature

25°C (78°F)

Average temperature

29°C (85°F)

Maximum temperature

89%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In January, Salima averages 366 mm (14.4 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 23 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 49 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 7 hours 53 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 13% probability of sunny days during this period.

366 mm (14.4 inches)

Precipitation

23 rainy days

Rainy days

7 hours 53 minutes

Sunshine hours

13%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In January, the UV Index in Salima reaches a maximum of 16, 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 5 9 13 16 16 15 11 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

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