Diani Beach weather in January (Coast Region, Kenya)

Planning a trip to Diani Beach in January? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In Diani Beach the weather in January is generally perfect, characterized by very high temperatures and low rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 32°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 26°C. Remember, these are typical temperatures, and certain days could be even hotter. Ensure you wear appropriate clothing to handle the warmth.

Diani Beach in January usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 29 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 6 days of rain.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 272 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, January is one of the better months to visit Diani Beach. January, February, July, August, September and October typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, April and May tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Diani Beach, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 26°C  

Max Temperature 32°C  

Chance of Rain 19%  

Precipitation 29 mm  

Rainy days 6 days  

Humidity 76% *  

Sunshine 272 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Mombasa, Kenya (32 KM, 20 Miles).

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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 Diani Beach in January?

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.

What To Do

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

Swimming

10/10

Cycling

8/10

Walking

8/10

Barbeque

10/10

Camping

9/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

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