Normal weather for Kenya in January
It's hot in January in Kenya with an average temperature of 33°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 32°C to a high of 33°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 24°C and 26°C.
According to weather history, there is only 9,2 mm of precipitation in January. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Northeast.
Kenya in January |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
33°C | 5°C | |
 High Temp |
33°C | 11°C | |
| Low Temp |
32°C | 1°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
9,2 mm | 97 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
2 days | 12 days | |
Start of January
The month of January starts in Kenya with hot temps, averaging around 33°C during the day and nights around 26°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather’s mostly sunny and dry. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps stay steady at around 33°C, with nights around 25°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Kenya is around 33°C, while nighttime temps are about 25°C. No precipitation expected at the end of the month; it’ll be mostly sunny. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is January a good time to visit Kenya?
January is a good month to be in Kenya for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not too much rain.
Temperature records for Kenya in January
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Daily Temperature in January in Kenya
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in January for Kenya, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in January in Kenya
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Kenya, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for January, you can expect about 2 days of precipitation in Kenya.
Daily UV Index in January in Kenya
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Kenya, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in January in Kenya Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Kenya, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total Precipitation in January in Kenya Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Kenya, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily Climate in January for Kenya
Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Kenya. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in Kenya by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Kenya. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
