January Weather in Rumphi

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Rumphi, Malawi, during January is characterized by an average temperature of 20°C (68°F). Highs can soar to 27°C (81°F), while lows may dip to 16°C (60°F). Typically, the humidity level in Rumphi throughout January hovers around 89%.

16°C (60°F)

Minimum temperature

20°C (68°F)

Average temperature

27°C (81°F)

Maximum temperature

89%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In January, Rumphi averages 189 mm (7.4 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 24 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 40 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 5 hours 56 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 10% probability of sunny days during this period.

189 mm (7.4 inches)

Precipitation

24 rainy days

Rainy days

5 hours 56 minutes

Sunshine hours

10%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In January, the UV Index in Rumphi 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 4 8 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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