January weather forecast
Djibouti

January marks one of the cooler periods in Djibouti, with temperatures averaging from 23°C (73.4°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) throughout the country. The capital city, Djibouti City, located along the coast, sees similar temperature ranges, but benefits from the moderating influence of the sea. During January, the city's temperatures remain largely consistent with the country's averages.

January also sees slightly more rainfall compared to the preceding months. While not significant in quantity, averaging 30mm (1.18"), it brings a touch of freshness to the otherwise arid landscape. Notably, the precipitation levels in January represent some of the highest within the year, as Djibouti's overall climate is extremely dry. Despite the increase in rainfall, sunshine remains abundant with an average of 8 hours of bright sunshine each day.

In contrast to the following months, such as February and March, January's temperatures are relatively mild, with less extreme heat. The increase in rainfall also differentiates January from the months that follow, as February begins a drier spell that extends through to May. The average temperature in February begins to climb, increasing by a couple of degrees in comparison to January.

As for the town of Tadjoura, nestled within the Gulf of Tadjoura, it exhibits slightly lower temperatures in January due to its geographical location surrounded by highlands. However, the difference is minimal and weather conditions align closely with the national averages.

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• Djibouti - January »
  January is the month when Djibouti sees the average lowest temperatures, with a high of 26.3°C (79.3°F) and a low of 22.4°C (72.3°F). In Djibouti, in January, the average water temperature is 26.3°C (79.3°F).
• Ali Sabieh - January »
  January is the coldest month in Ali Sabieh, exhibiting average temperatures of 26.1°C (79°F) at the peak and 16.4°C (61.5°F) at the base. January is the month when Ali Sabieh experiences its coldest temperatures, averaging a high of 26.1°C (79°F) and a low of 16.4°C (61.5°F).
• Obock - January »
  In Obock in January, the average water temperature is 26.3°C (79.3°F). In Obock, in January, the average water temperature is 26.3°C (79.3°F).
• Dikhil - January »
  Dikhil's coldest month, January, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 29°C (84.2°F) to a low of 19.1°C (66.4°F). Dikhil's coldest month, January, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 29°C (84.2°F) to a low of 19.1°C (66.4°F).
• Arta - January »
  January is the coldest month of the year in Arta, registering average temperatures as high as 24.5°C (76.1°F) and as low as 15.6°C (60.1°F). January, with average temperatures reaching a high of 24.5°C (76.1°F) and a low of 15.6°C (60.1°F), is the coldest month in Arta, Djibouti.
• Holhol - January »
  On the first day of January in Holhol, Djibouti, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 17:55. January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Holhol, Djibouti.
• Dorra - January »
  In Dorra in January, during 9.2 rainfall days, 11mm (0.43") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Dorra in January, during 9.2 rainfall days, 11mm (0.43") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Galafi - January »
  In Galafi snow does not fall in January through August, October through December. In Galafi snow does not fall in January through August, October through December.
• Alaili Dadda - January »
  In Alaili Dadda, January is the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 27.7°C (81.9°F) and a low of 19.6°C (67.3°F). January brings the lowest temperatures in Alaili Dadda, with an average high of 27.7°C (81.9°F) and an average low of 19.6°C (67.3°F).
• Balho - January »
  Kicking off the year in Balho January's weather conditions relate closely to those of February but vary compared to the hotter months that follow. In Balho snow does not fall in January through August, October through December.
• Randa - January »
  The months with the lowest UV index in Randa are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. On the first day of January in Randa sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 17:55.
• Yoboki - January »
  January, known for its average high temperature of 26.3°C (79.3°F) and an average low temperature of 22.4°C (72.3°F), is the coldest month in Yoboki. Yoboki's coldest temperatures are experienced in January, with average high temperatures of 26.3°C (79.3°F) and lows of 22.4°C (72.3°F).