Weather in January in Kenya
Thinking about venturing to Kenya this January and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:
What is the weather like in Kenya in January?
The weather in Kenya in January can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from warm to very hot and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to high.
Temperatures
During the day temperatures vary from warm in Nyeri at 23°C to very hot in Lodwar at 37°C. At night it cools down to 25°C in Lodwar and 11°C in Nyeri.For a closer look at conditions across Kenya, refer to the map below.
Precipitation
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Mandera with an average of 2.5 mm to high rainfall in Ololaimutiek with 142 mm.Average sunshine
Meanwhile, Nairobi enjoys approximately 288 hours of sunshine, offering a mostly sunny climate that adds a pleasant and vibrant feel to the month.For a more detailed look at Kenya's conditions throughout the year, check out our Kenya climate page.
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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Kenya, check out our Kenya's climate page.
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in January for the 5 most popular destinations in Kenya?
Nairobi
In January Nairobi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Diani Beach
In January Diani Beach generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Malindi
In January Malindi generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Watamu
In January Watamu generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Mombasa
In January Mombasa generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Kenya.
Is January the best time to visit Kenya?
We consider January to be one of the best times to travel to Kenya. Typically, the climate in Nairobi is perfect. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.
Generally speaking, January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December provide perfect weather in Nairobi.
Interested in more climate information?
We have much more information about the climate in Kenya.
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