January Rainfall and Precipitation in Eastern Region
Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in Eastern Region, Kenya in January.
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Monthly precipitation
0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet
Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in January: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.
Eastern Region precipitation in January: frequently asked questions
How much rainfall does Eastern Region, Kenya receive in January?
In January, Machakos typically receives modest rainfall, around 57 mm (2.2 in), making this a relatively dry month.
How many days does it rain in Eastern Region, Kenya in January?
Machakos sees roughly 9 days rainy days during January.
Is January part of the rainy season in Eastern Region, Kenya?
January is generally a drier month for Eastern Region, Kenya, falling outside the main rainy season.
What is the wettest city in January in Eastern Region, Kenya?
Looking at our data, Kitui tops the wettest-cities list in Eastern Region, Kenya for January, with monthly rainfall averaging 66 mm (2.6 in).
What is the driest city in January in Eastern Region, Kenya?
The driest place is Machakos with an average rainfall of 57 mm (2.2 in) according to our data.
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