January weather forecastWajir, Kenya

Weather in January

The start of the year in Wajir, Kenya sees consistent sunshine, with a relatively high ultraviolet (UV) index. Temperatures, both peak and lows, remain fairly constant, creating stable conditions overall. There is typical rainfall in January with precipitation measuring 5mm (0.2") over 2 days. This weather pattern is not untypical for this time of the year, given the region's tropical location. The daylight duration remains stable, indicating a balanced amount of sunshine and darkness throughout the month.

Temperature

The average high-temperature during January is a torrid 35°C (95°F), almost matching the conditions of the preceding month. From the heights of the January heat, Wajir records a mean nighttime low of 21°C (69.8°F).

Rainfall

In Wajir, in January, during 2 rainfall days, 5mm (0.2") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Wajir, during the entire year, the rain falls for 52 days and collects up to 250mm (9.84") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Wajir, the average length of the day in January is 12h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:23. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 18:34 EAT.

Sunshine

In Wajir, the average sunshine in January is 9h.

UV index

January through May, August through November, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 11, and higher, represents an ultimate health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 12 suggests this advice:
Execute all vital precautions. Preventing sun damage is of utmost importance. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Every two hours, apply and reapply an SPF 30+ broad-spectrum sunscreen, especially after swimming or engaging in outdoor activities.