January weather forecast
Nairobi, Kenya

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

January

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 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 78.3°F in January, marking an insignificant shift from 75.4°F in December. Nairobi records a marked daily temperature contrast, with an average low-temperature of 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 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.

Frequently asked questions

What are January temperatures in Nairobi?
In January, in Nairobi, the average high-temperature is 78.3°F, and the average low-temperature is 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 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 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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Average temperature in January
Nairobi, Kenya
  • Average high temperature in January: 78.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (72.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 56.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (54.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Nairobi, Kenya
  • Average pressure in January: 29.95"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30.03"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Nairobi, Kenya
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (3.8mph).

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%).

Average rainfall in January
Nairobi, Kenya
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.92").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").

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).

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).

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).

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).

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).

Average visibility in January
Nairobi, Kenya
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are April and May (4mi).

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