January weather forecastKamale, Kenya

Weather in January

January, like December, is another hot summer month in Kamale, Kenya, with an average temperature varying between 30.1°C (86.2°F) and 25.3°C (77.5°F).

Temperature

Kamale notes an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.1°C (86.2°F) in January, hardly diverging from December. Kamale notes an average temperature descent to a moderately hot 25.3°C (77.5°F) in January, a small shift from its daytime peak.

Heat index

The heat index value for January is appraised at a sweltering 37°C (98.6°F). Heightened precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. Consider that direct sun exposure can intensify the felt heat, adding potentially 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.
To combat high temperatures, the human body perspires and relies on sweat evaporation for cooling. Under high air temperature coupled with high humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is reduced, intensifying the sensation of heat. Accumulating heat beyond the body's cooling measures leads to rising temperatures and potential ailments.

Humidity

January, February, October and November, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Kamale, Kenya, in January, during 9.1 rainfall days, 26mm (1.02") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Kamale, during the entire year, the rain falls for 184.6 days and collects up to 473mm (18.62") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Kamale, the average length of the day in January is 12h and 16min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:31. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:40 EAT.

Sunshine

In Kamale, the average sunshine in January is 8.3h.

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 reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 7 in January leads to these guidelines:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. 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. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.