Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Nairobi, Kenya, during January is characterized by an average temperature of 20°C (68°F). Highs can soar to 28°C (84°F), while lows may dip to 12°C (54°F). Typically, the humidity level in Nairobi throughout January hovers around 64%.
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In January, Nairobi averages 36 mm (1.4 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 6 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 9 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 19 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 46% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In January, the UV Index in Nairobi reaches a maximum of 15, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.
| 07:00 | 08:00 | 09:00 | 10:00 | 11:00 | 12:00 | 13:00 | 14:00 | 15:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 | 18:00 | 19:00 | |
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| UVI | 1 | 2 | 4 | 8 | 12 | 15 | 15 | 13 | 9 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | VeryHigh | Extreme | VeryHigh | Moderate | Low | ||||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 15 min | 10 min | 15 min | 30 min | 45 min | ||||||