January weather forecastBaricho, Kenya
January
Weather in January
January, the same as December, in Baricho, Kenya, is another hot summer month, with an average temperature varying between 30.1°C (86.2°F) and 25.3°C (77.5°F).Temperature
The arrival of January coincides with an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.1°C (86.2°F), indicating a minimal shift from December's 30.4°C (86.7°F). Night temperatures in January exhibit a subtle decrease, settling at an average of 25.3°C (77.5°F).Heat index
The heat index in January is estimated at a very hot 37°C (98.6°F). Heightened safety actions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may lead to heatstroke.When referencing the heat index, its values are suitable for shady environments and light breezes. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', gives a temperature feeling by integrating air temperature and humidity. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Take note that direct exposure to the sun can increase the felt temperature, possibly adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.
The process of perspiration is vital for the human body to get rid of excess warmth by allowing sweat to evaporate. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. With body temperatures on the rise, inefficient heat shedding can lead to dehydration and its associated complications.
Humidity
January, February, October and November, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the most humid months in Baricho.Rainfall
In Baricho, in January, it is raining for 9.1 days, with typically 26mm (1.02") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 184.6 rainfall days, and 473mm (18.62") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day is 12h and 17min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:33. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:41 EAT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in January is 8.3h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. 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 hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In January, the UV index of 7 transforms into the following advice:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.
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Average temperature in January
Baricho, Kenya
- Average high temperature in January: 30.1°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (30.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (27.4°C).
- Average low temperature in January: 25.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is April (26.4°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are August and September (23.8°C).
Average pressure in January
Baricho, Kenya
- Average pressure in January: 1010.6mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1015.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (1010.2mbar).
Average wind speed in January
Baricho, Kenya
- Average wind speed in January: 17.6km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (28.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (14.6km/h).
Average humidity in January
Baricho, Kenya
- Average humidity in January: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, October and November (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).
Average rainfall in January
Baricho, Kenya
- Average rainfall in January: 26mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (78mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (14mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Baricho, Kenya
- Average rainfall days in January: 9.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (23.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.2 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Baricho, Kenya
- Average daylight in January: 12h and 18min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in January: 8h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and May (Average sunshine: 8h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in January
Baricho, Kenya
- Average sunshine days in January: 16.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (4.7 days).
Average UV index in January
Baricho, 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
Baricho, Kenya
- Average cloud cover in January: 30
The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in January
Baricho, 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).
