January weather - Summer 2024

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

A small lake in Uhuru Park within the city of Nairobi, Kenya

Weather in January

Nairobi, Kenya, welcomes the year with a gentle mix of temperatures, humidity, and sunlight. January typically brings afternoon temperatures near the warmest of the year, soaring to a high average of 25.7°C (78.3°F). Despite the warmth, the air isn't too dry, establishing a comfortable equilibrium that adds to the allure of this city. High rainfalls from previous months lessen significantly, making January relatively dry and enabling more outdoor activities. Gentle winds rustling through the city add the finishing touch to this month's appealing weather.

Temperature

Nairobi experiences an average high-temperature of a still warm 25.7°C (78.3°F) in January, marking an insignificant shift from 24.1°C (75.4°F) in December. Nairobi records a marked daily temperature contrast, with an average low-temperature of 13.4°C (56.1°F) during the nights of January.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Nairobi is 69%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall in Nairobi, Kenya. Rain falls for 12.3 days and accumulates 28mm (1.1") of precipitation.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Nairobi is 12h and 11min.
On the first day of January in Nairobi, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 18:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 18:51 EAT.

Sunshine

January and February, with an average of 9.6h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Nairobi.

UV index

January through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 5 in January transforms into the following instructions:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.

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Frequently asked questions

What are January temperatures in Nairobi?

In January, in Nairobi, the average high-temperature is 25.7°C (78.3°F), and the average low-temperature is 13.4°C (56.1°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Nairobi?

The average relative humidity in January in Nairobi is 69%.

What is the driest month in Nairobi?

January is the month with the least rainfall in Nairobi. Rain falls for 12.3 days and accumulates 28mm (1.1") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Nairobi in January?

In Nairobi, Kenya, in January, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 28mm (1.1") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in January in Nairobi?

In January, the average day length in Nairobi, Kenya, is 12h and 11min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Nairobi?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 18:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 18:51 EAT.

What are the months with the most sunshine in Nairobi?

January and February, with an average of 9.6h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Nairobi, Kenya.

How many hours of sunshine does Nairobi have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Nairobi, Kenya, is 9.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Nairobi?

The months with the lowest UV index in Nairobi are January through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Nairobi?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Nairobi is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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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

24.1°C 75.4°F

25.7°C 78.3°F

27°C 80.6°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

12.2km/h 7.6mph

12.3km/h 7.6mph

13.1km/h 8.1mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

7.6

15.3

12.4

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Nairobi, Kenya

Average high temperature in January: 25.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (27°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (22.4°C).

Average low temperature in January: 13.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (15.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (12.7°C).

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Average pressure in January
Nairobi, Kenya

Average pressure in January: 1014.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1016.8mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1013.4mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Nairobi, Kenya

Average wind speed in January: 11.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (11.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (6.1km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Nairobi, Kenya

Average humidity in January: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (65%).

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Average rainfall in January
Nairobi, Kenya

Average rainfall in January: 28mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (125mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (28mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Nairobi, Kenya

Average rainfall days in January: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (27.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (12.3 days).

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

Average sunshine in January: 9h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are April and May (Average sunshine: 8h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Nairobi, Kenya

Average sunshine days in January: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (1.9 days).

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Average UV index in January
Nairobi, Kenya

Average UV index in January: 5

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

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Average cloud cover in January
Nairobi, Kenya

Average cloud cover in January: 26

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in January
Nairobi, Kenya

Average visibility in January: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April and May (7km).

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January weather forecast
Nairobi, Kenya

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