Mbale in January
6.8out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Warm and comfortable: highs around 27°C. Very wet: about 16 rainy days.
27°CAvg high
18°CAvg low
16Rainy days (115 mm)
12:00 hDaylight
06:51Sunrise · 18:50 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 27°C
- Very wet: about 16 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±6.7 days)
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in January varies a lot between years (±6.7 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°C | 18°C | 115 mm | 16 | – | – | 6.8 |
| February | 28°C | 18°C | 89 mm | 14 | – | – | 7.2 |
| March | 27°C | 19°C | 182 mm | 21 | – | – | 6.1 |
| April | 25°C | 18°C | 282 mm | 28 | – | – | 6.1 |
| May | 25°C | 18°C | 204 mm | 27 | – | – | 6.1 |
| June | 25°C | 18°C | 102 mm | 21 | – | – | 6.1 |
| July | 25°C | 18°C | 92 mm | 19 | – | – | 6.4 |
| August | 25°C | 18°C | 100 mm | 19 | – | – | 6.4 |
| September | 26°C | 18°C | 107 mm | 20 | – | – | 6.2 |
| October | 26°C | 18°C | 194 mm | 26 | – | – | 6.1 |
| November | 25°C | 18°C | 247 mm | 26 | – | – | 6.1 |
| December | 26°C | 18°C | 179 mm | 21 | – | – | 6.1 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Mbale in January?
Daytime highs average 27°C and nights about 18°C.
When is the best time to visit Mbale?
The best months are February, January.