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Normal weather for Bujumbura in January

It's warm in January in Bujumbura with an average temperature of 28°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 27°C to a high of 29°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 17°C and 18°C.

In January, there is an average of 260 mm of precipitation, spread over 28 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.

Bujumbura in January

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Temperature Average Temperature
28°C 5°C
Sun High Temp
29°C 11°C
Sun Low Temp
27°C 1°C
Rain Total Precipitation
260 mm 97 mm
Rain Rainy Days
28 days 12 days

Start of January

The month of January starts in Bujumbura with hot temps, averaging around 29°C during the day and nights around 18°C. There are plenty of days with a good chance of precipitation.

With the temperature difference between day and night, it’s smart to wear layers. For the daytime, light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect. For the evening and morning, a shirt, maybe a light sweater, and thin pants are recommended.

Mid January

By mid-January, daytime temps stay steady at around 29°C, with nights around 17°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.

Since it cools down at night, it’s a good idea to wear layers. For the daytime, light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect. For the evening and morning, a shirt, maybe a light sweater, and thin pants are recommended.

End of January

By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Bujumbura is around 29°C, while nighttime temps are about 17°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.

Because temperatures drop in the evening, wearing layers is recommended. For the daytime, light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect. For the evening and morning, a shirt, maybe a light sweater, and thin pants are recommended.

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UV index

The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.

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Looking for sun? January isn’t a good month to be in Bujumbura. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.

Temperature records for Bujumbura in January

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Daily Temperature in January in Bujumbura

This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in January for Bujumbura, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.

Daily Temperature in January in Bujumbura

Daily Precipitation in January in Bujumbura

The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Bujumbura, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.

A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for January, you can expect about 28 days of precipitation in Bujumbura.

Daily Precipitation in January in Bujumbura

Daily UV Index in January in Bujumbura

This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Bujumbura, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.

Daily UV Index in January in Bujumbura

Temperature in January in Bujumbura Over the Years

This chart shows the average temperature in January in Bujumbura, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.

Temperature in January in Bujumbura Over the Years

Total Precipitation in January in Bujumbura Over the Years

This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Bujumbura, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.

Precipitation in January in Bujumbura Over the Years

Daily Climate in January for Bujumbura

Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Bujumbura. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.

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Average Weather in Bujumbura by Month

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