Temperatures in January
It's hot in January in Kenya with an average temperature of 33°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 32°C to a high of 33°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 24°C and 26°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Kenya in January. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of January
The month of January starts in Kenya with hot temperatures, averaging around 33°C during the day and nights close to 26°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather is mostly sunny and dry. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal.
Mid-January
By mid-January, the average daytime temperature stays the same at 33°C, with nights close to 25°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry with sunshine. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Kenya will be around 33°C, with nights close to 25°C. No precipitation expected, with plenty of sunshine on the horizon. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal.
Discover cheap holidays to Kenya 
Precipitation in January
According to weather history, there is only 9,2 mm of precipitation in January. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Northeast.
The average chance of precipitation is only 4% in January.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in January for Kenya. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Kenya in January |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
33°C | 8°C | |
 High Temp |
33°C | 9°C | |
| Low Temp |
32°C | 6°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
9,2 mm | 58 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
1 day | 9 days | |
December
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is January a good time to visit Kenya?
January is a great month to be in Kenya for sunny weather. You’ll get high temperatures and not too much rain this month.
Temperature records for Kenya in January
With 39°C, Kenya hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in January 2016. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 28°C in 2021. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 18°C to a high of 27°C.
Check out the climate of Kenya for all months and discover the best travel time
The climate of Kenya is based on weather data from Mombasa. Other spots, like Masai Mara National Reserve, Nairobi or Lake Nakuru National Park, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Kenya for a full picture of the climate.
Plan your next holiday
Don’t miss the best holiday deals for Kenya and see what our partners have for you.
Daily Temperature in January in Kenya
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in January in Kenya, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in January in Kenya
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Kenya, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for January, you can expect about 1 day of rain in Kenya.
Daily UV Index in January in Kenya
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Kenya, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in January in Kenya Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Kenya, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in January in Kenya Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Kenya, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in January for Kenya
Click on a specific day in January for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Kenya. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
Weather experiences in January in Kenya
Have you been to Kenya in January?
Share your weather experience in January in Kenya.
Average Weather in Kenya by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Kenya. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
