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Kosrae Weather in January

January in Kosrae brings high temperatures, with highs of 29°C (84°F) and nights dropping to 26°C (79°F). The rainy season is in full swing this month, so frequent downpours are part of the picture.

Rainfall in Kosrae in January

As part of the rainy season, Kosrae sees around 22 days of rain in January, with an average of 305 mm (12 in). Rainfall this month is frequent and tends to be fairly heavy when it does fall. Packing waterproofs is a good idea.

Temperature in Kosrae in January

January in Kosrae sees highs of 29°C (84°F) and lows of 26°C (79°F) overnight. Overall, the month follows a fairly predictable daily temperature pattern. Nights remain warm at around 26°C (79°F). For a more comfortable sleep, a cold shower before bed and a fan or air conditioning can make a big difference.

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Kosrae Temperature in January

Min Temperature
26°C (79°F)
Max Temperature
29°C (84°F)
Chance of Rain
74%
Precipitation
305 mm (12 in)
Rainy days
22 days

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Daily Historical Temperatures

30-year average (1988-2026)

Based on our historical records, temperatures in Kosrae typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around 29°C (84°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 26°C (79°F).

Average temperatures in January

Historical weather records for Kosrae in January

Browse day-by-day weather records for Kosrae spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Kosrae historical weather extremes in January

According to our 19 years of weather records for Kosrae, the following extremes were recorded between 2006 and 2025.

  • The hottest January day on record in Kosrae reached 38°C (100°F) (January 31, 2016).
  • Kosrae experienced its chilliest January day on January 2, 2021, reaching only 26°C (79°F).
  • The lowest overnight temperature recorded in January was 23°C (73°F) (January 16, 2022).
  • The wettest January day on record brought 148 mm (5.8 in) of precipitation to Kosrae (January 15, 2021).

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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).

What to Wear in Kosrae in January

Warm temperatures in January make for comfortable sightseeing weather. Pack breathable fabrics like cotton shirts, knee-length shorts or skirts, and comfortable walking shoes. A thin long sleeve for indoor spaces is handy. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything!

What To Do in Kosrae in January

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Cycling
    7/10
  • Walking
    7/10
  • Camping
    7/10
  • Outdoor sports
    7/10

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