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Amboseli weather in January (Kenya)

Thinking of visiting Amboseli in January? Check the weather first! Our page offers a comprehensive look at the weather you can expect this month.

Temperatures

The month of January in Amboseli typically brings high temperatures and high rainfall. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 28°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 18°C.

Precipitation

Amboseli in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 115 mm for the month. Typically, you can expect about 8 days of rain this month.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the best circumstances. While April tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Amboseli climate page with graphs.

 

Amboseli, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 18°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 28°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 28%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 115 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 8 days  
HumidityHumidity 67% *  
Data from: Arusha City, Tanzania (73 KM, 45 Miles).

Where to go in Kenya in January

Find out more about the weather in Kenya and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

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

Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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