January Weather in Masaka

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Masaka, Sierra Leone, during January is characterized by an average temperature of 27°C (81°F). Highs can soar to 37°C (98°F), while lows may dip to 18°C (65°F). Typically, the humidity level in Masaka throughout January hovers around 51%.

18°C (65°F)

Minimum temperature

27°C (81°F)

Average temperature

37°C (98°F)

Maximum temperature

51%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In January, Masaka averages 2 mm (0.1 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 0 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 11 hours 40 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 8 hours 17 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 67% probability of sunny days during this period.

2 mm (0.1 inches)

Precipitation

0 rainy days

Rainy days

8 hours 17 minutes

Sunshine hours

67%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In January, the UV Index in Masaka reaches a maximum of 11, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 13:00 and 15:00, 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 1 2 5 8 10 11 9 7 4 2 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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