Normal weather for Lake Nakuru National Park in January
It's warm in January in Lake Nakuru National Park with an average temperature of 27°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 26°C to a high of 28°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 12°C and 14°C.
In January, there is an average of 21 mm of precipitation, spread over 5 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the West.
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.
Lake Nakuru National Park in January |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
27°C | 8°C | |
 High Temp |
28°C | 9°C | |
| Low Temp |
26°C | 6°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
21 mm | 58 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
5 days | 9 days | |
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Start of January
The month of January starts in Lake Nakuru National Park with hot temperatures, averaging around 27°C during the day and nights close to 14°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather is mostly sunny and dry.
Mid-January
By mid-January, the average daytime temperature stays the same at 27°C, with nights close to 13°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry with sunshine.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Lake Nakuru National Park will be around 28°C, with nights close to 13°C. Barely any chance of precipitation. The weather will mostly be dry with lots of sunshine.
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Want nice weather? Then January is a great time to be in Lake Nakuru National Park. You’ll have pleasant temperatures and not too much rain this month.
Temperature records for Lake Nakuru National Park in January
With 31°C, Lake Nakuru National Park hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in January 2023. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 19°C in 2016. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 9°C to a high of 17°C.
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Daily Temperature in January in Lake Nakuru National Park
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in January in Lake Nakuru National Park, 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 Lake Nakuru National Park
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Lake Nakuru National Park, 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 around 5 days of rain in Lake Nakuru National Park.
Daily UV Index in January in Lake Nakuru National Park
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Lake Nakuru National Park, 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 Lake Nakuru National Park Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Lake Nakuru National Park, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in January in Lake Nakuru National Park Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Lake Nakuru National Park, 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 Lake Nakuru National Park
Click on a specific day in January for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Lake Nakuru National Park. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in Lake Nakuru National Park by Month
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