BurundiThe weather in January in Bujumbura
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.
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Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in January for Bujumbura, Burundi. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 34°C in 2017, Bujumbura reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 20°C in 2023. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 9°C to a highest value of 24°C.
Rainfall amount
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.
Daily weather 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.
January weather comparison
| Bujumbura | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 28°C | 5°C |
| Max. temperature | 29°C | 11°C |
| Min. temperature | 17°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 260 mm | 97 mm |
| 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.
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.
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.
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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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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in January in Bujumbura, Burundi. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in January in Bujumbura
Temperature in January in Bujumbura over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in January in Bujumbura, Burundi. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in January in Bujumbura
Total precipitation in January in Bujumbura over the years
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.
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Average weather in Bujumbura by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Bujumbura. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.