January Weather in Samfya

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Samfya, Zambia, during January is characterized by an average temperature of 22°C (72°F). Highs can soar to 28°C (83°F), while lows may dip to 18°C (65°F). Typically, the humidity level in Samfya throughout January hovers around 91%.

18°C (65°F)

Minimum temperature

22°C (72°F)

Average temperature

28°C (83°F)

Maximum temperature

91%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In January, Samfya averages 230 mm (9.1 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 25 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 41 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 7 hours 41 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 8% probability of sunny days during this period.

230 mm (9.1 inches)

Precipitation

25 rainy days

Rainy days

7 hours 41 minutes

Sunshine hours

8%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In January, the UV Index in Samfya reaches a maximum of 16, 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 7 11 14 16 15 12 8 4 1 1 0
Exposure Low Moderate High Extreme VeryHigh Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 10 min 15 min 30 min 45 min

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