January Weather in Sumbawanga

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Sumbawanga, Tanzania, during January is characterized by an average temperature of 18°C (64°F). Highs can soar to 24°C (76°F), while lows may dip to 13°C (56°F). Typically, the humidity level in Sumbawanga throughout January hovers around 89%.

13°C (56°F)

Minimum temperature

18°C (64°F)

Average temperature

24°C (76°F)

Maximum temperature

89%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In January, Sumbawanga averages 283 mm (11.1 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 24 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 30 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 7 hours 48 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 5% probability of sunny days during this period.

283 mm (11.1 inches)

Precipitation

24 rainy days

Rainy days

7 hours 48 minutes

Sunshine hours

5%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In January, the UV Index in Sumbawanga reaches a maximum of 17, 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 4 8 12 15 17 15 12 7 3 1 1
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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