January weather forecast
Lamu, Kenya

January in Lamu, Kenya, ushers in the new year with mild equatorial weather. Heat peaks during the daytime with temperatures ascending to 31°C (87.8°F), making it one of the warmer months of the year. A gentle breeze often blows from the Indian Ocean, assuaging the effect of the radiant sun. Rainfall remains minimal, maintaining dry, tolerable conditions. As January concludes, the mercury will slightly escalate, and showers may increase over the coming months.

Temperature

Lamu commences January with an average high-temperature of a still hot 31°C (87.8°F), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. During January, Lamu records an average temperature of 24°C (75.2°F) at night.

Rainfall

In Lamu, during January, the rain falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 7mm (0.28") of precipitation. In Lamu, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105 days and collects up to 895mm (35.24") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In January, the average sea temperature in Lamu is 27.2°C (81°F).
Note: For any water activity, surface water temperatures from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) are deemed perfect and extremely pleasing for enduring enjoyment.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 12h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:27. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:36 EAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Lamu is 9h.

UV index

January through April, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index in Lamu. A UV Index value of 11, and more, symbolizes an extreme health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 12 suggests this advice:
Enforce all necessary precautions, unprotected skin might burn swiftly. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Regardless of cloud cover, it's recommended to apply generously and reapply often a sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30, especially after swimming or any outdoor activity. Attention! UV strength is notably upped by the reflection of sand and water.