January weather forecast
Garsen, Kenya

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.