January weather forecastGithumu, Kenya

January

Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another warm summer month in Githumu, Kenya, with an average temperature ranging between min 12.8°C (55°F) and max 26.2°C (79.2°F).

Temperature

January's climate shows a minor adjustment in average high-temperatures to a still warm 26.2°C (79.2°F) from December's 24.5°C (76.1°F). Despite a noticeable differential from daytime highs, Githumu notes an average nighttime low-temperature of 12.8°C (55°F) in January.

Humidity

In Githumu, Kenya, the average relative humidity in January is 69%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Githumu is January, when the rain falls for 8.5 days and typically collects 20mm (0.79") of precipitation.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 12h and 10min.
On the first day of January in Githumu, Kenya, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 18:40. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 18:50 EAT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine in Githumu are January and February, with an average of 9.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 5 in January translates into the following instructions:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.

Updated: Jan 31, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

In January, in Githumu, the average high-temperature is 26.2°C (79.2°F), and the average low-temperature is 12.8°C (55°F).

The average relative humidity in January in Githumu, Kenya, is 69%.

January is the month with the least rainfall in Githumu. Rain falls for 8.5 days and accumulates 20mm (0.79") of precipitation.

In Githumu, Kenya, in January, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 20mm (0.79") of accumulated precipitation.

The average day length in January in Githumu, Kenya, is 12h and 10min.

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 18:40. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 18:50 EAT.

January and February, with an average of 9.7h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

The average sunshine duration in January in Githumu is 9.7h.

January through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Githumu, Kenya.

In Githumu, Kenya, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

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

Dec

January

Feb

Average high temperature

24.5°C

26.2°C

27.3°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

10.6km/h

11.3km/h

11.9km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

12.1

21.3

17.9

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Githumu, Kenya

Average high temperature in January: 26.2°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are February and March (27.3°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June and July (23.3°C).

Average low temperature in January: 12.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (14.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (12.6°C).

Average pressure in January
Githumu, Kenya

Average pressure in January: 1014.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1016.6mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1013.4mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Githumu, Kenya

Average wind speed in January: 10km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (5.4km/h).

Average humidity in January
Githumu, Kenya

Average humidity in January: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (65%).

Average rainfall in January
Githumu, Kenya

Average rainfall in January: 20mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (117mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (20mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Githumu, Kenya

Average rainfall days in January: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (25.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.5 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Githumu, 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 6min).

Average sunshine in January: 9h and 42min

The months with the most sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Githumu, Kenya

Average sunshine days in January: 21.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (3.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Githumu, Kenya

Average UV index in January: 5

The month with the highest UV index is September (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (UV index 5).