Thika weather in January (Kenya)

What can you expect from the weather in Thika during January? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In Thika the weather in January is generally perfect, with high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 27°C, while night temperatures can drop to 15°C.

Thika in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 46 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 8 days.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 288 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.

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

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

 

Thika, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 15°C  

Max Temperature 27°C  

Chance of Rain 27%  

Precipitation 46 mm  

Rainy days 8 days  

Humidity 69% *  

Sunshine 288 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Nairobi, Kenya (35 KM, 22 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

Temperatures

Precipitation

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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 Thika 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

10/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

Interested in more climate information?

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