Normal weather for Kota Bharu in January
It's hot in January in Kota Bharu with an average temperature of 30°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 29°C to a high of 30°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 23°C and 25°C.
In January, there is an average of 143 mm of precipitation, spread over 15 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
After some sun? Then January isn’t the best time to be in Kota Bharu. The temperature is pleasant, but there’s too much chance of rain this month.
Kota Bharu in January |
London | ||
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Average Temperature |
30°C | 8°C | |
High Temp |
30°C | 9°C | |
Low Temp |
29°C | 6°C | |
Total Precipitation |
143 mm | 58 mm | |
Rainy Days |
15 days | 9 days |
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Start of January
The month of January starts in Kota Bharu with hot temperatures, averaging around 30°C during the day and nights close to 25°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there’s also a chance for some sunny days in the first days of the month.
Mid-January
By mid-January, the average daytime temperature stays the same at 30°C, with nights close to 24°C. During this part of the month, you can expect regular precipitation, but there’ll also be some sunny days.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Kota Bharu will be around 30°C, with nights close to 24°C. Barely any chance of precipitation. The weather will mostly be dry with lots of sunshine.
Temperature records
With 32°C, Kota Bharu hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in January 2019. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 25°C in 2018. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 19°C to a high of 27°C.
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Daily Temperature in January in Kota Bharu
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in January in Kota Bharu, 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 Kota Bharu
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Kota Bharu, 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 15 days of rain in Kota Bharu.
Daily UV Index in January in Kota Bharu
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Kota Bharu, 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 Kota Bharu Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Kota Bharu, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in January in Kota Bharu Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Kota Bharu, 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 Kota Bharu
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Average Weather in Kota Bharu by Month
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