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Garissa in January averages 36°C (97°F) during the day and 24°C (75°F) at night. Some rainfall is typical for this time of year.
If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Garissa. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Garissa - and find the best time to visit.
50-year average (1976-2026)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Garissa typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around 36°C (97°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 24°C (75°F).
Browse day-by-day weather records for Garissa spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on weather observations in Garissa between 1994 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during January.
Find out more about the weather in Kenya and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Kenya in January →
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Get ready for hot weather in January! Lightweight, breathable fabrics are your best friend during this month. Cotton and linen shirts, shorts, sundresses, and sandals will keep you comfortable. Light colors help reflect the heat, avoid wearing black. Some rain is possible, so pack something to handle light showers. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed
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