Contents
- Weather in January
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in January
- Average pressure in January
- Average wind speed in January
- Average humidity in January
- Average rainfall in January
- Average rainfall days in January
- Average daylight in January
- Average sunshine in January
- Average sunshine days in January
- Average UV index in January
- Average cloud cover in January
- Average visibility in January
January
Weather in January
Temperature
Transitioning into January, Mkapuwanzee experiences an average high-temperature of a still tropical 34.3°C (93.7°F), marking a minor shift from the preceding month. Mkapuwanzee's January nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 23.5°C (74.3°F).Heat index
Throughout January, the heat index is computed to be a scorching 41°C (105.8°F). Implement additional safety measures to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity might trigger heatstroke.Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Children often lack awareness of the importance of taking breaks and rehydrating. The feeling of thirst is a late indication of dehydration, so maintaining hydration, especially during long periods of physical activity, is critical.
Perspiring is how the human body naturally cools down, as sweat's evaporation takes away excess heat. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. Overheating and potential dehydration arise when body heat gain eclipses its release capability.
Humidity
In January, the average relative humidity is 56%.Rainfall
In Mkapuwanzee, during January, the rain falls for 5 days and regularly aggregates up to 13mm (0.51") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 103.3 rainfall days, and 326mm (12.83") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
In Mkapuwanzee, the average length of the day in January is 12h and 10min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:33. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 18:43 EAT.
Sunshine
The month with the most sunshine is January, with an average of 9h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Mkapuwanzee are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: An average UV index of 7 in January transforms into this advice:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in January
Mkapuwanzee, Kenya
- Average high temperature in January: 34.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (35.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (32.3°C).
- Average low temperature in January: 23.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is March (25.5°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are July and August (22.3°C).
Average pressure in January
Mkapuwanzee, Kenya
- Average pressure in January: 1010.4mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (1009.7mbar).
Average wind speed in January
Mkapuwanzee, Kenya
- Average wind speed in January: 11.6km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (29.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (10.8km/h).
Average humidity in January
Mkapuwanzee, Kenya
- Average humidity in January: 56%
The months with the highest relative humidity are November and December (65%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (52%).
Average rainfall in January
Mkapuwanzee, Kenya
- Average rainfall in January: 13mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (102mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June and July (1mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Mkapuwanzee, Kenya
- Average rainfall days in January: 5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1.3 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Mkapuwanzee, Kenya
- Average daylight in January: 12h and 1min
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 6min).
- Average sunshine in January: 9h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in January
Mkapuwanzee, Kenya
- Average sunshine days in January: 24.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (26.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (7.9 days).
Average UV index in January
Mkapuwanzee, Kenya
- Average UV index in January: 7
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
Average cloud cover in January
Mkapuwanzee, Kenya
- Average cloud cover in January: 23
The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 23).
Average visibility in January
Mkapuwanzee, 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).
