Kakamega Weather in January
Kenya · January climate averages and travel tips
Avg high27°C (81°F)
Avg low15°C (58°F)
Rainfall51 mm (2.0 in)
RatingExcellent 9.8/10
Expect hot days in Kakamega in January: the average high is 27°C (81°F) and the average low is 15°C (58°F). The month is fairly dry, with about 51 mm (2.0 in) of rain spread over 9 days, one of the driest months of the year. You get roughly 12 hours of daylight and a mix of sun and cloud.
Is January a good time to visit Kakamega?
Yes — January is one of the best months to visit Kakamega. The weather rates excellent (9.8/10) on our comfort score.
January weather at a glance
| Average high | 27°C (81°F) |
|---|---|
| Average low | 15°C (58°F) |
| Daily mean | 20°C (69°F) |
| Rainfall | 51 mm (2.0 in) |
| Rainy days (1 mm+) | 9 |
| Humidity | 67% |
| Cloud cover | 56% |
| Daylight | 12 hours |
| Est. sunshine | 5.8 hours/day |
| Wind | 9.4 km/h |
| vs December | 1°C warmer than December, with 34 mm less rain. |
What to pack for Kakamega in January
- light, breathable clothing
- sunscreen and a hat
- swimwear
Kakamega weather in other months
Jan27°C / 15°C51 mmExcellentFeb29°C / 16°C56 mmExcellentMar29°C / 16°C137 mmFairApr27°C / 17°C275 mmFairMay26°C / 17°C282 mmPoorJun24°C / 16°C186 mmFairJul24°C / 16°C185 mmFairAug24°C / 16°C222 mmPoorSep25°C / 16°C221 mmFairOct26°C / 16°C202 mmPoorNov26°C / 16°C182 mmPoorDec26°C / 15°C85 mmGood
← DecemberBest time to visit KakamegaFebruary →
Nearby in January
- Kampala29°C · 58 mm
- Nairobi28°C · 30 mm
- Mwanza27°C · 99 mm
- Arusha29°C · 96 mm
- Kigali27°C · 104 mm
- Juba37°C · 8 mm
Where else is good in January? See where to go in January.