January weather forecastMweza, Kenya

Weather in January

January, like December, is another hot summer month in Mweza, Kenya, with an average temperature ranging between max 31.2°C (88.2°F) and min 24.3°C (75.7°F).

Temperature

Mweza's transition from December to January introduces an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.2°C (88.2°F), marking an insignificant variation from the 30.8°C (87.4°F). January in Mweza generally records an average low-temperature of 24.3°C (75.7°F).

Heat index

January's heat index is evaluated at a scorching 40°C (104°F). Special measures are necessary to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity could result in heatstroke.
When considering the heat index, it's pivotal to note it is for shade and mild wind conditions. If directly exposed to the sun, the heat index could rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. Direct exposure to sun rays can potentially augment the heat sensation, elevating the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.
Perspiration, followed by sweat evaporation, is the human body's chief method to maintain a balanced temperature. High relative humidity reduces the evaporation rate, resulting in a lower heat removal rate from the body, causing the perception of being overheated. When the heat gained surpasses the body's cooling capacity, temperatures rise, signaling potential health concerns.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Mweza, in January, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 25mm (0.98") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 167.2 rainfall days, and 312mm (12.28") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

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

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Mweza is 8.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 during January translates into the following directions:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.