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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.
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
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Historical weather records 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).
Best Places in Uganda in January
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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 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.
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Cycling7/10 -
Walking7/10 -
Camping6/10 -
Outdoor sports7/10
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