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Kuwait in January: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Kuwait in January will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Kuwait, based on historical data.
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January

Weather in Kuwait in January 2025

Great Weather
Mild
☀️
Sunny
For those searching for an ideal January holiday with excellent weather, Kuwait is a perfect choice. Average maximum temperatures are +64°F. Expect about 21 sunny days, making it the perfect place to enjoy the sunshine. It's worth noting that there may be some rainfall, with an average of 23 mm of precipitation over 3 rainy days. So, take your sunglasses, a beach towel, and great walking shoes, as it looks like amazing weather. Search flights in one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
  • January is usually the coldest month of the year in Kuwait;
  • January is usually the wettest month of the year in Kuwait;

Average weather

☀️
+64°F
Avg. max. temperature
+34°F
Min.
+86°F
Max.
23 mm
Total precipitation
62%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
21 ☀️
Sunny Days
7 ⛅️
Cloudy
3 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Kuwait has great weather in January.

Average temperature in Kuwait in January

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Kuwait for January based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +72°F during the day to a minimum of +43°F during the night, the temperature in January averages around +63°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 6% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +61°F to +63°F.

Is Kuwait warm or cold in January?

Kuwait is typically mild in January.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +68°F to +64°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +52°F to +48°F.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

January is the coldest month in Kuwait, here is the comparison with other months:

Climate in Kuwait in January

Kuwait weather looks like this, on average, in January and the surrounding months.
DecemberJanuaryFebruary
Avg. temperature
+68°F+64°F+70°F
Min. temperature
+36°F+34°F+34°F
Max. temperature
+99°F+86°F+90°F
Rainfall
19 mm23 mm12 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s3 m/s
Humidity
60%62%53%
Air pressure
1019 HPa1019 HPa1016 HPa
Sunny days
212120
Cloudy days
877
Rainy days
231
Snowy days
000

January weather is still as great as in December. It’s getting colder in January. From +68°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +64°F. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 19 mm to 23 mm. Humidity rises from 60% to 62%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during January, staying around 2 m/s. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 21 sunny days during the month.

February brings much the same weather, it remains great.

Wind

Wind speed in Kuwait in January based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 7 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Kuwait is gradually increasing during January, going from 3 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during January in Kuwait based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 19% chance of rain on an average day in January, with total rainfall of approximately 60 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 46 mm, which is moderate rain. On average, there are about 6 rainy days during January, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
January is one of the rainiest months in Kuwait, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Kuwait wettest month is November, where a typical day has a 7% chance of precipitation and 23 mm of rainfall per day. June, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 0% chance of precipitation and 0 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last January in Kuwait?

This is the weather in Kuwait in January 2023:
1 January
🌫️
+61°F
2 January
🌫️
+59°F
3 January
☀️
+62°F
4 January
☀️
+59°F
5 January
☀️
+61°F
6 January
☀️
+62°F
7 January
☀️
+64°F
8 January
☀️
+63°F
9 January
☀️
+67°F
10 January
🌫️
+64°F
11 January
🌫️
+68°F
12 January
🌫️
+70°F
13 January
🌫️
+71°F
14 January
🌧️
+68°F
15 January
☀️
+69°F
16 January
☀️
+65°F
17 January
☀️
+67°F
18 January
☀️
+57°F
19 January
☀️
+56°F
20 January
🌫️
+62°F
21 January
☀️
+52°F
22 January
☀️
+55°F
23 January
☀️
+56°F
24 January
☀️
+63°F
25 January
☀️
+67°F
26 January
☀️
+65°F
27 January
🌫️
+67°F
28 January
🌫️
+61°F
29 January
☀️
+61°F
30 January
☀️
+63°F
31 January
☁️
+62°F
In January 2023 Kuwait had 20 sunny days, 1 cloudy days, and 1 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +63°F, with an absolute maximum of +72°F and a minimum of +52°F. The average humidity was 64%, with a maximum of 98% and a minimum of 31%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 12 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Kuwait climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Kuwait in January has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1983 (+59°F) and the highest in 1981 (+77°F). The driest year was 1987 with only 0 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2018 with 0 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Kuwait in January:

Is January a good time to visit Kuwait?

Yes, January is a great time to go to Kuwait, the weather couldn’t be better. Be ready to get outside, explore and enjoy. Check what other months that are a good time to visit Kuwait.

Can you sunbathe in Kuwait in January?

January has mild temperatures in Kuwait. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Is Kuwait rainy in January?

Kuwait is usually dry in January. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Kuwait in January?

Yes, Kuwait is sunny in January. Prepare for lots of rays. Don’t forget to pack your sunglasses and sunscreen, and maybe pick up a wide-brimmed hat when you arrive.

Monthly weather in Kuwait

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Kuwait, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2022.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.