Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Kigali, Rwanda, during January is characterized by an average temperature of 21°C (69°F). Highs can soar to 29°C (84°F), while lows may dip to 14°C (57°F). Typically, the humidity level in Kigali throughout January hovers around 84%.
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In January, Kigali averages 79 mm (3.1 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 14 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 12 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 8 hours 30 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 25% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In January, the UV Index in Kigali reaches a maximum of 15, 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 | 1 | 3 | 6 | 10 | 13 | 15 | 14 | 11 | 7 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | High | VeryHigh | Extreme | High | Moderate | Low | |||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 25 min | 15 min | 10 min | 25 min | 30 min | 45 min | |||||