Shanzu weather in January (Coast Region, Kenya)

Planning a trip to Shanzu in January? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In Shanzu the weather in January is generally perfect, characterized by very high temperatures and low rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 32°C. But by evening, they drop to around 26°C. Bear in mind, these are average temperatures, and it can get even warmer on particular days. Make sure to choose clothing that accommodates the warmth.

Shanzu in January usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 26 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 5 days of rain are anticipated.

The city usually sees around 272 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. January, February, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, May tends to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Shanzu, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 26°C  

Max Temperature 32°C  

Water Temperature 27°C *  

Chance of Rain 16%  

Precipitation 26 mm  

Rainy days 5 days  

Humidity 76% *  

Windspeed 14 km/h *  

Sunshine 272 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Mombasa, Kenya (16 KM, 10 Miles).

Where to go in Kenya in January

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

Weather conditions Weather

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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 Shanzu 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. With a water temperature of around 27°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

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

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Shanzu.

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