January weather forecastMachakos, Kenya

January

Weather in January

In Machakos, Kenya, January commences with weather that leans towards the warm side. The sky maintains a balance, with clear and cloudy days due to the 34% cloud coverage for the month, which allows for pleasant sunshine. The air carryies a subtle hint of humidity, making it comfortable to stay outdoors. Sudden gusts of wind provide a cooling respite from the mild heat present. The highest recorded temperature for January stands at 25.3°C (77.5°F), making outdoor activities enjoyable.

Temperature

In January, Machakos experiences a barely noticeable shift in meteorological conditions, with average high-temperatures moving from 23.6°C (74.5°F) in December to a still warm 25.3°C (77.5°F). Machakos, in January, witnesses an average low-temperature of 13.8°C (56.8°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Machakos, Kenya, is 75%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 15 days. Throughout January, 40mm (1.57") of precipitation is accumulated. In Machakos, during the entire year, the rain falls for 183.8 days and collects up to 533mm (20.98") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Machakos is 12h and 12min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 18:40. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 18:49 EAT.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Machakos is 9.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January, February and September, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.

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

Machakos in January has an average high-temperature of 25.3°C (77.5°F) and an average low-temperature of 13.8°C (56.8°F).

In January, the average relative humidity is 75%.

In Machakos, in January, it is raining for 15 days, with typically 40mm (1.57") of accumulated precipitation.

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

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 18:40. On the last day of the month, in Machakos, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 18:49 EAT.

In January, the average sunshine duration is 9.2h.

The months with the highest UV index in Machakos are January, February and September, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unsafe 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

23.6°C

25.3°C

26.5°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

9.9km/h

10.2km/h

10.5km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

5.5

12.4

10.7

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Machakos, Kenya

Average high temperature in January: 25.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (26.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (23.2°C).

Average low temperature in January: 13.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (16.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (12.9°C).

Average pressure in January
Machakos, Kenya

Average pressure in January: 1013.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1016.7mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1013mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Machakos, Kenya

Average wind speed in January: 9.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (6.8km/h).

Average humidity in January
Machakos, Kenya

Average humidity in January: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (66%).

Average rainfall in January
Machakos, Kenya

Average rainfall in January: 40mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (102mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (5mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Machakos, Kenya

Average rainfall days in January: 15 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (24.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (5.5 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Machakos, 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 0min).

Average sunshine in January: 9h and 12min

The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 8h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Machakos, Kenya

Average sunshine days in January: 12.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (3.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Machakos, Kenya

Average UV index in January: 6

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