Mbale Weather in January

Mbale in January averages 28°C (82°F) during the day and 17°C (63°F) at night. January is part of the rainy season, so frequent rainfall is typical.

Rainfall in Mbale in January

As part of the rainy season, Mbale sees around 8 days of rain in January, with an average of 239 mm (9.4 in). Rain during the rainy season here tends to be intense rather than just persistent drizzle. Expect significant downpours, often in the late afternoon.

Temperature in Mbale in January

In January, Mbale sees high temperatures, with highs of 28°C (82°F). Nights drop to around 17°C (63°F). This gives the month a fairly typical daily rhythm, with warmer afternoons and more comfortable nights. Nights drop to around 17°C (63°F), which is noticeably cooler than the daytime. A light jacket for the evening is a sensible addition, and the cool nights tend to make sleeping comfortable.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.

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Mbale Temperature in January

Min Temperature 17°C (63°F)  

Max Temperature 28°C (82°F)  

Chance of Rain 27%  

Precipitation 239 mm (9.4 in)  

Rainy days 8 days  

Historical weather for Mbale in January

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Mbale historical weather extremes in January

Based on weather observations in Mbale between 2006 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during January.

• The hottest January day on record in Mbale reached 37°C (99°F) (January 27, 2006).
• The lowest daytime temperature in January was 20°C (68°F), recorded on January 17, 2022.
• The lowest overnight temperature recorded in January was 10°C (50°F) (January 14, 2012).
• The wettest January day on record brought 130 mm (5.1 in) of precipitation to Mbale (January 29, 2020).

What to Wear in Mbale in January

Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in January. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can.

What To Do in Mbale in January

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

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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