January weather forecast
Mkuluni, Kenya

January, the same as December, in Mkuluni, Kenya, is another tropical summer month, with an average temperature ranging between min 24.3°C (75.7°F) and max 31.2°C (88.2°F).

Temperature

The shift into January reveals an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.2°C (88.2°F), closely mirroring December's climate. During January, Mkuluni records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 24.3°C (75.7°F).

Heat index

For January, the heat index is calculated to be a blistering 40°C (104°F). Heightened precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is an indicator that blends the effects of temperature and humidity to depict perceived warmth. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.
The innate cooling system of the human body revolves around perspiration, with the evaporation of sweat being central to this process. Heightened relative humidity interferes with the body's usual cooling mechanism by reducing evaporation, subsequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and increasing the sensation of heat. Excessive heat gain, when not shed effectively by the body, can result in increasing body temperatures and related hazards.

Humidity

January, May, September through December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Mkuluni, in January, during 11.5 rainfall days, 25mm (0.98") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Mkuluni, Kenya, there are 167.2 rainfall days, and 312mm (12.28") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 12h and 19min.
On the first day of January in Mkuluni, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:35. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 18:43 EAT.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 8.5h.

UV index

January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 7 translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.