Murchison Falls National Park weather in January (Uganda)

How does the weather in Murchison Falls National Park usually fare in January? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

The month of January in Murchison Falls National Park typically includes very high temperatures and low rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 34°C, while night temperatures can drop to 21°C. Keep in mind that temperatures can exceed these averages. Dress for the heat and stay hydrated, especially during peak sun hours.

Precipitation

Murchison Falls National Park in January usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 28 mm for the month. This is the driest month of the year. Typically around 7 days days of rainfall are expected.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, January is a great time to visit. January, July and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While February, April and October tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Murchison Falls National Park climate page with graphs.

 

Murchison Falls National Park, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 21°C  

Max Temperature 34°C  

Chance of Rain 23%  

Precipitation 28 mm  

Rainy days 7 days  

Humidity 58% *  

* Data from: Masindi, Uganda (63 KM, 39 Miles).

Where to go in Uganda in January

Find out more about the weather in Uganda and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling

8/10

Walking

8/10

Camping

10/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

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