KenyaThe weather in January in Turkana
It's hot in January in Turkana with an average temperature of 36°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 35°C to a high of 37°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 23°C and 25°C.
January isn’t a good month to be in Turkana. The average temperature of 36°C this month is uncomfortably hot for a comfortable stay.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in January for Turkana, 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 40°C in 2019, Turkana reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 24°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 18°C to a highest value of 28°C.
Rainfall amount
According to weather history, there is only 8,9 mm of precipitation in January. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in January for Turkana
Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Turkana. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
January weather comparison
| Turkana | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 36°C | 5°C |
| Max. temperature | 37°C | 11°C |
| Min. temperature | 23°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 8,9 mm | 97 mm |
| Rainy days | 2 days | 12 days |
Start of January
The month of January starts in Turkana with hot temps, averaging around 37°C during the day and nights around 24°C.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps stay steady at around 37°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 Turkana is around 37°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 Turkana, Kenya. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in January in Turkana
Temperature in January in Turkana over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in January in Turkana, 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 Turkana
Total precipitation in January in Turkana over the years
Daily UV index in January in Turkana
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Turkana, 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 Turkana by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Turkana. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.