January weather forecastLaisamis, Kenya

January

Weather in January

January in Laisamis, Kenya, is a tropical winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 31.7°C (89.1°F) and min 22.9°C (73.2°F).

Temperature

The onset of January brings an average high-temperature of a hot 31.7°C (89.1°F), nearly matching the December temperature. Laisamis throughout January, experiences an average nighttime temperature of 22.9°C (73.2°F).

Heat index

For most parts of January, the heat index is computed to be a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Exercise more precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could precipitate heatstroke.
Heat index determinations are made taking into account the shade and light air movements. The heat index values could be amplified by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young ones often disregard the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst usually indicates advanced dehydration - hence, it is key to stay hydrated, particularly during ongoing physical activities.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Laisamis are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 44%.

Rainfall

In Laisamis, in January, it is raining for 7.5 days, with typically 29mm (1.14") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 132.2 rainfall days, and 663mm (26.1") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Laisamis, Kenya, the average length of the day in January is 12h and 2min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 18:33. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 18:43 EAT.

Sunshine

In Laisamis, the average sunshine in January is 9.6h.

UV index

January through March, May through September and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 7 during January translates into the following directions:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.

Frequently asked questions

January temperatures in Laisamis, Kenya, vary between a high-temperature of 31.7°C (89.1°F) and a low-temperature of 22.9°C (73.2°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in January is computed to be 33°C (91.4°F).

The months with the lowest humidity in Laisamis are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 44%.

In January, the average relative humidity in Laisamis, Kenya, is 44%.

In January, the rain falls for 7.5 days. Throughout January, 29mm (1.14") of precipitation is accumulated.

The average day length in January is 12h and 2min.

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 18:33. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 18:43 EAT.

The average sunshine duration in January in Laisamis, Kenya, is 9.6h.

The months with the highest UV index in Laisamis are January through March, May through September and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

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

  • Average high temperature in January: 31.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (32.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is November (29.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 22.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (24.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (20.8°C).

Average pressure in January
Laisamis, Kenya

  • Average pressure in January: 1010.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1009.5mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Laisamis, Kenya

  • Average wind speed in January: 14.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (27.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (13.9km/h).

Average humidity in January
Laisamis, Kenya

  • Average humidity in January: 44%

The month with the highest relative humidity is April (65%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (44%).

Average rainfall in January
Laisamis, Kenya

  • Average rainfall in January: 29mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (169mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Laisamis, Kenya

  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (24.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (1.2 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Laisamis, Kenya

  • Average daylight in January: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 9h and 36min

The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 8h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Laisamis, Kenya

  • Average sunshine days in January: 22.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (29 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (4.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Laisamis, Kenya

  • Average UV index in January: 7

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

Average cloud cover in January
Laisamis, Kenya

  • Average cloud cover in January: 14

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 36).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in January
Laisamis, 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).