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Malakal Weather in January
January in Malakal brings extremely high temperatures around 37°C (99°F) during the day, dropping to 23°C (73°F) at night, with minimal rainfall.
Rainfall in Malakal in January
Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 0 days with rain, averaging 0.2 mm (0.01 in) for the month.
Temperature in Malakal in January
January in Malakal brings extremely high temperatures, with highs of 37°C (99°F) and nights around 23°C (73°F). It's usually most comfortable outside during the morning and later in the day. With overnight lows of 23°C (73°F), evenings stay pleasantly warm.
Sunshine in Malakal in January
The city usually sees around 295 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days , a great month for sightseeing.
Wind Speed in Malakal in January
In January, average wind speeds reach 4 m/s (8 knots), leading to light to moderate breezes. Conditions vary from day to day, with both calm and windier periods.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Malakal. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
Malakal Temperature in January
Min Temperature
23°C (73°F)
Max Temperature
37°C (99°F)
Chance of Rain
0%
Precipitation
0.2 mm (0.01 in)
Rainy days
0 days
Humidity
30%
Windspeed
4 m/s (8 knots)
Sunshine
295 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Malakal Weather by Month
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Daily Historical Temperatures
30-year average (1991-2026)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Malakal typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around 37°C (99°F). Nights are warm, with lows typically ranging from 22°C (72°F) to 24°C (75°F).
Average temperatures in January
Historical weather records for Malakal in January
Browse day-by-day weather records for Malakal spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Malakal historical weather extremes in January
Based on 19 years of weather observations in Malakal between 2006 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes.
- Malakal recorded its highest January temperature of 41°C (106°F) on January 28, 2019.
- The coldest January day was on January 10, 2015, with a maximum of 28°C (82°F).
- The coldest night in January in Malakal was on January 11, 2015, with a minimum of 15°C (59°F).
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
What to Wear in Malakal in January
Get ready for hot weather in January! Lightweight, breathable fabrics are your best friend during this month. Cotton and linen shirts, shorts, sundresses, and sandals will keep you comfortable. Light colors help reflect the heat, avoid wearing black. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
What To Do in Malakal in January
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming10/10 -
Camping10/10
Malakal 3-Day Forecast
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