January Weather in Mbala

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Mbala, Zambia, during January is characterized by an average temperature of 21°C (70°F). Highs can soar to 28°C (82°F), while lows may dip to 17°C (64°F). Typically, the humidity level in Mbala throughout January hovers around 89%.

17°C (64°F)

Minimum temperature

21°C (70°F)

Average temperature

28°C (82°F)

Maximum temperature

89%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In January, Mbala averages 194 mm (7.6 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 22 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 33 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 7 hours 27 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 9% probability of sunny days during this period.

194 mm (7.6 inches)

Precipitation

22 rainy days

Rainy days

7 hours 27 minutes

Sunshine hours

9%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In January, the UV Index in Mbala 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 4 7 12 15 16 15 12 7 4 1 1 0
Exposure Low Moderate High Extreme High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 10 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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