January Weather in Gisenyi

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Gisenyi, Rwanda, during January is characterized by an average temperature of 19°C (67°F). Highs can soar to 23°C (73°F), while lows may dip to 16°C (61°F). Typically, the humidity level in Gisenyi throughout January hovers around 81%.

16°C (61°F)

Minimum temperature

19°C (67°F)

Average temperature

23°C (73°F)

Maximum temperature

81%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In January, Gisenyi averages 184 mm (7.2 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 22 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 11 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 8 hours 7 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 21% probability of sunny days during this period.

184 mm (7.2 inches)

Precipitation

22 rainy days

Rainy days

8 hours 7 minutes

Sunshine hours

21%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In January, the UV Index in Gisenyi 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.

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 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

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