January weather forecastZombe, Kenya

January

Weather in January

January, like December, in Zombe, Kenya, is another warm summer month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 16.7°C (62.1°F) and 27.8°C (82°F).

Temperature

Zombe observes a minor difference in average high-temperatures between December's 26.6°C (79.9°F) and January's 27.8°C (82°F). Zombe experiences a mean temperature of 16.7°C (62.1°F) during January nights.

Heat index

Throughout January, the heat index is calculated to be a hot 31°C (87.8°F). Persistent activity under exposure might lead to a feeling of weariness, with subsequent heat cramps.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. Direct sun rays have a notable impact on perceived temperature, which can raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Children commonly overlook the importance of rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst, being a delayed sign of dehydration, emphasizes the need to keep hydration up, especially during lengthy physical activities.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 17.6 days. Throughout January, 56mm (2.2") of precipitation is accumulated. In Zombe, during the entire year, the rain falls for 177.5 days and collects up to 606mm (23.86") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Zombe, the average length of the day in January is 12h and 12min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:36. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 18:45 EAT.

Sunshine

In Zombe, the average sunshine in January is 8.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.

Frequently asked questions

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 27.8°C (82°F) and a low-temperature of 16.7°C (62.1°F). In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 31°C (87.8°F).

The average relative humidity in January is 75%.

In Zombe, during January, the rain falls for 17.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 56mm (2.2") of precipitation.

In Zombe, the average day length in January is 12h and 12min.

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 18:45 EAT.

In Zombe, the average sunshine duration in January is 8.9h.

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Zombe.

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Zombe, Kenya

  • Average high temperature in January: 27.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (29.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (26.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (18.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (15.6°C).

Average pressure in January
Zombe, Kenya

  • Average pressure in January: 1012.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1016.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1012mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Zombe, Kenya

  • Average wind speed in January: 6.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (12km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (6.5km/h).

Average humidity in January
Zombe, Kenya

  • Average humidity in January: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (59%).

Average rainfall in January
Zombe, Kenya

  • Average rainfall in January: 56mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (121mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Zombe, Kenya

  • Average rainfall days in January: 17.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (26.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (2.4 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Zombe, Kenya

  • Average daylight in January: 12h and 12min

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: 8h and 54min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 8h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Zombe, Kenya

  • Average sunshine days in January: 11.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (28.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (3 days).

Average UV index in January
Zombe, Kenya

  • Average UV index in January: 6

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

Average cloud cover in January
Zombe, Kenya

  • Average cloud cover in January: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in January
Zombe, Kenya

  • Average visibility in January: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, April, November and December (8km).