Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Kampala, Uganda, during January is characterized by an average temperature of 23°C (74°F). Highs can soar to 28°C (83°F), while lows may dip to 19°C (67°F). Typically, the humidity level in Kampala throughout January hovers around 63%.
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In January, Kampala averages 88 mm (3.5 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 15 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 6 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 8 hours 50 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 34% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In January, the UV Index in Kampala reaches a maximum of 14, 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.
| 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 | 1 | 3 | 6 | 10 | 13 | 14 | 13 | 10 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | High | VeryHigh | Extreme | VeryHigh | High | Moderate | Low | ||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 25 min | 15 min | 10 min | 15 min | 25 min | 30 min | 45 min | ||||