January weather forecastBalguda, Kenya

January

Weather in January

January, like December, is another hot summer month in Balguda, Kenya, with temperature in the range of an average high of 34.3°C (93.7°F) and an average low of 23.5°C (74.3°F).

Temperature

January's arrival brings an average high-temperature of a still hot 34.3°C (93.7°F), demonstrating subtle variation from the preceding month. Balguda experiences a steady low-temperature of 23.5°C (74.3°F) throughout January.

Heat index

For most parts of January, the heat index is estimated at a scorching 41°C (105.8°F). Undertake additional safety actions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Persistent activity may induce heatstroke.
Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. The effect of weather is individual, with a variety of people experiencing it differently due to distinctions in body mass, height, and level of activity. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Children often lack awareness of the importance of taking breaks and rehydrating. The feeling of thirst is a late indication of dehydration, so maintaining hydration, especially during long periods of physical activity, is critical.
When it comes to cooling down, the human body's primary method is through perspiration, making use of sweat evaporation to eliminate excess heat. Relative humidity in excess curtails evaporation, therefore reducing heat dissipation from the body, leading to feelings of excess heat. When body heat isn't effectively managed, risks of dehydration and overheating amplify.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 56%.

Rainfall

In Balguda, in January, during 5 rainfall days, 13mm (0.51") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Balguda, during the entire year, the rain falls for 103.3 days and collects up to 326mm (12.83") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 12h and 12min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:30. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:39 EAT.

Sunshine

January has the most sunshine of the year in Balguda, with an average of 9h of sunshine.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 7 in January leads to these guidelines:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.

Frequently asked questions

In January, in Balguda, the average high-temperature is 34.3°C (93.7°F), and the average low-temperature is 23.5°C (74.3°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in January is estimated at 41°C (105.8°F).

The average relative humidity in January is 56%.

In Balguda, Kenya, in January, during 5 rainfall days, 13mm (0.51") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

The average day length in January is 12h and 12min.

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:30. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:39 EAT.

January has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 9h of sunshine.

In January, the average sunshine duration is 9h.

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

The months with the lowest UV index in Balguda are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Balguda, Kenya

  • Average high temperature in January: 34.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (35.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (32.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 23.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (25.5°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are July and August (22.3°C).

Average pressure in January
Balguda, Kenya

  • Average pressure in January: 1010.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (1009.7mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Balguda, Kenya

  • Average wind speed in January: 11.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (29.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (10.8km/h).

Average humidity in January
Balguda, Kenya

  • Average humidity in January: 56%

The months with the highest relative humidity are November and December (65%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (52%).

Average rainfall in January
Balguda, Kenya

  • Average rainfall in January: 13mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (102mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June and July (1mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Balguda, Kenya

  • Average rainfall days in January: 5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1.3 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Balguda, Kenya

  • Average daylight in January: 12h and 12min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 9h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Balguda, Kenya

  • Average sunshine days in January: 24.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (26.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (7.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Balguda, Kenya

  • Average UV index in January: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).

Average cloud cover in January
Balguda, Kenya

  • Average cloud cover in January: 23

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in January
Balguda, Kenya

  • Average visibility in January: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).