January weather forecastDindiri, Kenya

January

Weather in January

January, like December, is another tropical summer month in Dindiri, Kenya, with an average temperature ranging between min 25°C (77°F) and max 30.1°C (86.2°F).

Temperature

January observes an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.1°C (86.2°F), marking an insignificant difference from December's 30°C (86°F). Dindiri, in January, experiences an average temperature of 25°C (77°F) at night.

Heat index

January's heat index is estimated at a fiery hot 37°C (98.6°F). More protective measures are required - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Heatstroke may follow lengthy activity.
One should be cognizant that the heat index values are tailored for shaded spots and mild winds. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. The individual's impression of temperature can be affected by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Awareness is key; direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
One of the main methods the human body employs to cool down is by perspiring, as this process allows sweat to evaporate and remove excess heat. High relative humidity reduces the evaporation rate, resulting in a lower heat removal rate from the body, causing the perception of being overheated. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and October, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Dindiri, in January, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 30mm (1.18") of accumulated precipitation. In Dindiri, Kenya, during the entire year, the rain falls for 211.8 days and collects up to 587mm (23.11") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 12h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:34. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:42 EAT.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 8.4h.

UV index

January through June, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Dindiri. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the UV index of 7 transforms into the following advice:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.

Updated: Jul 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

In Dindiri, 30.1°C (86.2°F) is the average high-temperature and 25°C (77°F) is the average low-temperature during January. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in January is estimated at 37°C (98.6°F).

January and October, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months.

In January, the average relative humidity is 78%.

In Dindiri, in January, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 30mm (1.18") of accumulated precipitation.

The average day length in January is 12h and 19min.

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:34. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:42 EAT.

The average sunshine duration in January is 8.4h.

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

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Year January F M A M J J A S O N D

Dec

January

Feb

Average high temperature

30°C

30.1°C

30.3°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

14.9km/h

18km/h

16.5km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

3.9

15.9

16.2

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Dindiri, Kenya

Average high temperature in January: 30.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (30.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (27°C).

Average low temperature in January: 25°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (26.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (23.1°C).

Average pressure in January
Dindiri, Kenya

Average pressure in January: 1010.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1015.8mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1010.4mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Dindiri, Kenya

Average wind speed in January: 17km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (28.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (13.9km/h).

Average humidity in January
Dindiri, Kenya

Average humidity in January: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and October (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Dindiri, Kenya

Average rainfall in January: 30mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (94mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (17mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Dindiri, Kenya

Average rainfall days in January: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (24.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.8 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Dindiri, 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 24min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Dindiri, Kenya

Average sunshine days in January: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (3.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Dindiri, Kenya

Average UV index in January: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is July (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in January
Dindiri, Kenya

Average cloud cover in January: 32

The months with the most cloud cover are May and October (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Dindiri, 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).