January weather forecastNakuru, Kenya
January
Weather in January
A new year in Nakuru, Kenya begins with clear skies as January holds one of the lowest cloud coverage percentages of the year. Temperatures in January are not drastically different from the rest of the year, with the mercury hovering between 9.9°C (49.8°F) at the lowest and 23.4°C (74.1°F) for the highest. Rainfall in January is relatively low with 24mm (0.94") recorded over a period of seven days. On the other hand, wind speed and UV index both start off steady, making for comfortable conditions. In terms of humidity, January is slightly drier than the following months.Temperature
Nakuru indicates an average high-temperature of a warm 23.4°C (74.1°F) in January, showing minor variation from December's 21.9°C (71.4°F). During January, the nighttime temperature in Nakuru presents a clear descent from the daily peaks, falling to an average of 9.9°C (49.8°F).Humidity
In January, the average relative humidity in Nakuru, Kenya, is 62%.Rainfall
In Nakuru, in January, it is raining for 7 days, with typically 24mm (0.94") of accumulated precipitation. In Nakuru, during the entire year, the rain falls for 206.3 days and collects up to 657mm (25.87") of precipitation.Daylight
The average length of the day in January is 12h and 8min.On the first day of January in Nakuru, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 18:43. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 18:52 EAT.
Sunshine
In Nakuru, the average sunshine in January is 9.6h.UV index
January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Nakuru, Kenya. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: A maximum high UV index of 5 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Nakuru, Kenya
- Average high temperature in January: 23.4°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (24.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (20.9°C).
- Average low temperature in January: 9.9°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is April (12.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°C).
Average pressure in January
Nakuru, Kenya
- Average pressure in January: 1014.4mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1016.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1013.6mbar).
Average wind speed in January
Nakuru, Kenya
- Average wind speed in January: 8.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (6.5km/h).
Average humidity in January
Nakuru, Kenya
- Average humidity in January: 62%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (59%).
Average rainfall in January
Nakuru, Kenya
- Average rainfall in January: 24mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (94mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (18mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Nakuru, Kenya
- Average rainfall days in January: 7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (24 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Nakuru, Kenya
- Average daylight in January: 12h and 6min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).
The months with the shortest days are June and July (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in January: 9h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in January
Nakuru, Kenya
- Average sunshine days in January: 19.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (3.2 days).
Average UV index in January
Nakuru, Kenya
- Average UV index in January: 5
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in January
Nakuru, Kenya
- Average cloud cover in January: 17
The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 15).
Average visibility in January
Nakuru, Kenya
- Average visibility in January: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are February and March (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and July (8km).
