January weather forecastLela, Kenya

January

Weather in January

January, like December, in Lela, Kenya, is a moderately hot summer month, with an average temperature varying between 28.4°C (83.1°F) and 16.5°C (61.7°F).

Temperature

The transition into January marks the average high-temperature at a still warm 28.4°C (83.1°F), differing minimally from December's 26.8°C (80.2°F). During the January nights, an average temperature of 16.5°C (61.7°F) is observed in Lela.

Heat index

In January, the average heat index is evaluated at a tropical 30°C (86°F). Prolonged activity during exposure might result in a state of fatigue and cause heat cramps.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. The heat index has the possibility to be enhanced by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when there is direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', evaluates the perceived heat by adding the effect of moisture in the air. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Juveniles often do not understand the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a delayed symptom of dehydration - hence, it is vital to maintain hydration, particularly during ongoing physical activities.

Humidity

In Lela, the average relative humidity in January is 60%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 11.7 days. Throughout January, 40mm (1.57") of precipitation is accumulated. In Lela, during the entire year, the rain falls for 276.5 days and collects up to 1434mm (56.46") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Lela, Kenya, is 12h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 18:48. On the last day of January, in Lela, sunrise is at 06:51 and sunset at 18:58 EAT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are January and February, with an average of 9.8h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Lela, Kenya. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in January, in Lela, records 28.4°C (83.1°F), while the low-temperature is 16.5°C (61.7°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in January is evaluated at 30°C (86°F).

In January, the average relative humidity in Lela is 60%.

In Lela, in January, it is raining for 11.7 days, with typically 40mm (1.57") of accumulated precipitation.

In Lela, Kenya, the average day length in January is 12h and 7min.

On the first day of January in Lela, Kenya, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 18:48. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:51 and sunset at 18:58 EAT.

January and February, with an average of 9.8h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Lela, Kenya.

The average sunshine duration in January in Lela is 9.8h.

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Lela.

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Lela is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Lela, Kenya

  • Average high temperature in January: 28.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (29.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (24.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (16.9°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are June and July (15°C).

Average pressure in January
Lela, Kenya

  • Average pressure in January: 1012.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1015.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1012mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Lela, Kenya

  • Average wind speed in January: 8.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.1km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are May and June (5.7km/h).

Average humidity in January
Lela, Kenya

  • Average humidity in January: 60%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (57%).

Average rainfall in January
Lela, Kenya

  • Average rainfall in January: 40mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (242mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (38mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Lela, Kenya

  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (29.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.9 days).

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

  • Average daylight in January: 12h and 6min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is September (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 9h and 48min

The months with the most sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Lela, Kenya

  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (1.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Lela, Kenya

  • Average UV index in January: 6

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

Average cloud cover in January
Lela, Kenya

  • Average cloud cover in January: 16

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in January
Lela, Kenya

  • Average visibility in January: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and June (8km).