January weather forecast
Eldoret, Kenya

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Weather in January

The weather in Eldoret, Kenya, begins the year on a moderate note. Daylight remains around 12.1 hours, making January a suitable period for outdoor activities. Humidity drops to 56% while the UV index stands firm at five, an indication of reduced cloud coverage. For anyone bracing for rainfall, January sees a relatively lower number of days with rainfall, with just 7.3 days witnessing precipitation. The temperatures fluctuate from 12.3°C (54.1°F) to 25.2°C (77.4°F), making January the month with the warmest environment.

Temperature

The beginning of January records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 25.2°C (77.4°F), almost echoing the conditions of the previous month. Nightly readings in January display a noticeable downturn from daily highs, with the average low-temperature registering a fresh 12.3°C (54.1°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 56%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 7.3 days. Throughout January, 34mm (1.34") of precipitation is accumulated. In Eldoret, during the entire year, the rain falls for 233.9 days and collects up to 1121mm (44.13") of precipitation.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 12h and 6min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 18:45. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:49 and sunset at 18:55 EAT.

Sunshine

In Eldoret, the average sunshine in January is 9.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, July, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in January converts into the following recommendations:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in January in Eldoret?

The high-temperature, in January, in Eldoret, records 25.2°C (77.4°F), while the low-temperature is 12.3°C (54.1°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Eldoret?

In Eldoret, the average relative humidity in January is 56%.

How much does it rain in Eldoret in January?

In Eldoret, in January, during 7.3 rainfall days, 34mm (1.34") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Eldoret have in January?

The average day length in January is 12h and 6min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Eldoret?

On the first day of January in Eldoret, Kenya, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 18:45. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:49 and sunset at 18:55 EAT.

How long on average sun shines in January in Eldoret?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Eldoret is 9.8h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Eldoret?

January through May, July, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Eldoret, Kenya.

What is the UV index reading in January in Eldoret?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in January
Eldoret, Kenya

Average temperature in January - Eldoret, Kenya
  • Average high temperature in January: 25.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (26.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (20.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 12.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (13.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is June (10.9°C).

Average pressure in January
Eldoret, Kenya

Average pressure in January - Eldoret, Kenya
  • Average pressure in January: 1013.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1015.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1012.3mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Eldoret, Kenya

Average wind speed in January - Eldoret, Kenya
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (12.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (3.8km/h).

Average humidity in January
Eldoret, Kenya

Average humidity in January - Eldoret, Kenya
  • Average humidity in January: 56%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (54%).

Average rainfall in January
Eldoret, Kenya

Average rainfall in January - Eldoret, Kenya
  • Average rainfall in January: 34mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (160mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (21mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Eldoret, Kenya

Average rainfall days in January - Eldoret, Kenya
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (25.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Eldoret, Kenya

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Eldoret, Kenya
  • Average daylight in January: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 8h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Eldoret, Kenya

Average sunshine days in January - Eldoret, Kenya
  • Average sunshine days in January: 21.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (3.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Eldoret, Kenya

Average UV index in January - Eldoret, Kenya
  • Average UV index in January: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, July, September, October, November and December (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and August (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in January
Eldoret, Kenya

Average cloud cover in January - Eldoret, Kenya
  • Average cloud cover in January: 14

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in January
Eldoret, Kenya

Average visibility in January - Eldoret, Kenya
  • Average visibility in January: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, July and August (8km).

Eldoret, Kenya

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