Kakuma in January
7.0out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Very hot: daytime highs around 35°C. Very dry: about 3 rainy days.
35°CAvg high
22°CAvg low
3Rainy days (16 mm)
11:48 hDaylight
06:56Sunrise · 18:44 Sunset
Why this score
- Very hot: daytime highs around 35°C
- Very dry: about 3 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- Light, breathable clothing
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
How reliable is the forecast?
Rainfall in January is fairly consistent from year to year (2.9 days). Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35°C | 22°C | 16 mm | 3 | – | – | 7.0 |
| February | 37°C | 23°C | 8 mm | 2 | – | – | 6.7 |
| March | 36°C | 24°C | 38 mm | 6 | – | – | 6.3 |
| April | 34°C | 24°C | 65 mm | 10 | – | – | 6.2 |
| May | 34°C | 24°C | 51 mm | 8 | – | – | 6.6 |
| June | 33°C | 23°C | 43 mm | 6 | – | – | 7.1 |
| July | 32°C | 23°C | 40 mm | 8 | – | – | 7.1 |
| August | 33°C | 23°C | 34 mm | 6 | – | – | 7.1 |
| September | 35°C | 24°C | 24 mm | 4 | – | – | 7.0 |
| October | 34°C | 24°C | 49 mm | 7 | – | – | 6.7 |
| November | 33°C | 23°C | 57 mm | 8 | – | – | 6.8 |
| December | 34°C | 22°C | 26 mm | 4 | – | – | 7.1 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Kakuma in January?
Daytime highs average 35°C and nights about 22°C.
When is the best time to visit Kakuma?
The best months are June, July, August, December.