January Weather in Nkhata Bay

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Nkhata Bay, Malawi, during January is characterized by an average temperature of 24°C (76°F). Highs can soar to 28°C (82°F), while lows may dip to 21°C (71°F). Typically, the humidity level in Nkhata Bay throughout January hovers around 89%.

21°C (71°F)

Minimum temperature

24°C (76°F)

Average temperature

28°C (82°F)

Maximum temperature

89%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In January, Nkhata Bay averages 353 mm (13.9 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 24 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 42 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 7 hours 31 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 15% probability of sunny days during this period.

353 mm (13.9 inches)

Precipitation

24 rainy days

Rainy days

7 hours 31 minutes

Sunshine hours

15%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In January, the UV Index in Nkhata Bay reaches a maximum of 16, 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.

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 16 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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