January weather forecastGarsen, Kenya
January
Weather in January
January, like December, is a hot summer month in Garsen, Kenya, with temperature in the range of an average low of 24.9°C (76.8°F) and an average high of 30.8°C (87.4°F).Temperature
January's arrival registers an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.8°C (87.4°F), closely aligning with the temperature of the previous month. Throughout the nights in January, Garsen experiences an average low-temperature of 24.9°C (76.8°F).Heat index
January's heat index is computed to be a sweltering 39°C (102.2°F). Adopt additional preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential outcomes. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. Heat index values might soar by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with exposure to direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.
Evaporating sweat is a key way the human body dispels excessive warmth, all thanks to the process of perspiration. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. Exceeding the body's heat disposal threshold results in a rise in body temperature and potential thermal disorders.
Humidity
In Garsen, the average relative humidity in January is 75%.Rainfall
In Garsen, during January, the rain falls for 6.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 19mm (0.75") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Garsen, there are 192.5 rainfall days, and 641mm (25.24") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
In Garsen, the average length of the day in January is 12h and 14min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:30. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:39 EAT.
Sunshine
In Garsen, the average sunshine in January is 8.8h.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 estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: An average maximum UV index of 7 in January leads to these recommendations:
Adhere to precautions and respect sun safety doctrines. Avoiding sunburn is vital. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Garsen, Kenya
- Average high temperature in January: 30.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (31.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (27.4°C).
- Average low temperature in January: 24.9°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is April (26.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (24°C).
Average pressure in January
Garsen, Kenya
- Average pressure in January: 1010.4mbar
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are July and August (1014.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (1009.9mbar).
Average wind speed in January
Garsen, Kenya
- Average wind speed in January: 19.4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (27.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (14.5km/h).
Average humidity in January
Garsen, Kenya
- Average humidity in January: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (74%).
Average rainfall in January
Garsen, Kenya
- Average rainfall in January: 19mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (156mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (7mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Garsen, Kenya
- Average rainfall days in January: 6.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (24.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.6 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Garsen, Kenya
- Average daylight in January: 12h and 12min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in January: 8h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in January
Garsen, Kenya
- Average sunshine days in January: 22.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (4.6 days).
Average UV index in January
Garsen, 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
Garsen, Kenya
- Average cloud cover in January: 24
The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 24).
Average visibility in January
Garsen, 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).
