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KenyaThe weather in January in Malindi
It's hot in January in Malindi with an average temperature of 31°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 31°C to a high of 32°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 24°C and 26°C.
January is an awesome month to be in Malindi for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not much chance of rain this month.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in January for Malindi, Kenya. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 33°C in 2016, Malindi reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 29°C in 2015. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 21°C to a highest value of 28°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Malindi is 30°C this month. It’s really warm, perfect for a swim.
Rainfall amount
In January, there is an average of 17 mm of precipitation, spread over 5 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the Northeast.
Daily weather in January for Malindi
Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Malindi. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
January weather comparison
| Malindi | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 31°C | 5°C |
| Max. temperature | 32°C | 11°C |
| Min. temperature | 24°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 17 mm | 97 mm |
| Rainy days | 5 days | 12 days |
Start of January
The month of January starts in Malindi with hot temps, averaging around 32°C during the day and nights around 26°C.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps stay steady at around 32°C, with nights around 25°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Malindi is around 31°C, while nighttime temps are about 25°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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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.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in January in Malindi, Kenya. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in January in Malindi
Temperature in January in Malindi over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in January in Malindi, Kenya. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in January in Malindi
Total precipitation in January in Malindi over the years
Daily UV index in January in Malindi
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Malindi, 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.
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Average weather in Malindi by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Malindi. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.