KenyaAverage weather for Kakamega in January
It's hot in January in Kakamega with an average temperature of 30°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 29°C to a high of 31°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 16°C and 18°C.
Start of January
The month of January starts in Kakamega with hot temps, averaging around 30°C during the day and nights around 17°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.
With the temperature difference between day and night, it’s smart to wear layers.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps stay steady at around 30°C, with nights around 17°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
Since it cools down at night, it’s a good idea to wear layers.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Kakamega is around 31°C, while nighttime temps are about 17°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
Because temperatures drop in the evening, wearing layers is recommended.
In January, there is an average of 68 mm of precipitation, spread over 11 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Kakamega in January |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
30°C | 5°C | |
 Max. temperature |
31°C | 11°C | |
| Min. temperature |
29°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
68 mm | 97 mm | |
| Rainy days |
11 days | 12 days | |
December
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 Kakamega?
January is a good month to be in Kakamega for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not too much rain.
Temperature records
With 39°C in 2015, Kakamega reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 22°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 6°C to a highest value of 22°C.
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Daily Temperature in January in Kakamega
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in January for Kakamega, 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 Kakamega
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Kakamega, 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 11 days of precipitation in Kakamega.
Daily UV index in January in Kakamega
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Kakamega, 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 Kakamega over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Kakamega, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in January in Kakamega over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Kakamega, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in January for Kakamega
Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Kakamega. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average weather in Kakamega by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Kakamega. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
