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Kew Weather in January

Kew in January sees high temperatures, with highs around 28°C (82°F) and overnight lows of 24°C (75°F). Overall perfect conditions make it one of the better months to visit.

Rainfall in Kew in January

Typically, you can expect about 8 days of rain this month, with 35 mm (1.4 in) on average. Expect a fairly normal spread of rainfall this month, with no particular pattern of very heavy or very persistent showers.

Temperature in Kew in January

January is a perfect month in Kew, with 28°C (82°F) during the day and 24°C (75°F) at night. Overall, the month follows a fairly predictable daily temperature pattern. With overnight lows of 24°C (75°F), evenings and nights remain warm. Light clothing and an open window or fan can help you sleep comfortably.

Sunshine in Kew in January

There are approximately 228 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. January, February, March and December typically offer the best weather for Kew.

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Kew Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 24°C (75°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 28°C (82°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 26%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 35 mm (1.4 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 8 days  
HumidityHumidity 77% *  
SunshineSunshine 228 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Montego Bay, Jamaica (25 KM, 16 Miles).

Daily Historical Temperatures

50-year average (1976-2026)

Based on our historical records, temperatures in Kew typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around 28°C (82°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 23°C (73°F).

Average temperatures in January

Daily Historical Precipitation

50-year average (1976-2026)

Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.

Average precipitation in January

Historical weather for Kew in January

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

Kew historical weather extremes in January

Based on weather observations in Kew between 2004 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during January.

  • On January 24, 2010, temperatures climbed to 32°C (90°F), marking the warmest January day on record.
  • The coldest January day was on January 11, 2010, with a maximum of 22°C (72°F).
  • Kew registered its coldest January night on January 10, 2010, with temperatures dropping to 17°C (63°F).

Best Places in Jamaica in January

Find out more about the weather in Jamaica and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Jamaica in January →

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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 Kew in January

Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in January. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). 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.

What To Do in Kew in January

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

Swimming
10/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Barbeque
10/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

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