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Chisimayo Weather in January

Chisimayo in January sees very high temperatures, with highs around 32°C (90°F) and overnight lows of 25°C (77°F). Overall excellent conditions make it one of the better months to visit.

Rainfall in Chisimayo in January

Typically, you can expect about 3 days of rain this month, with 20 mm (0.8 in) on average. Showers tend to be short but heavy rather than persistent drizzle. When it rains, it usually means it, but it doesn't last long.

Temperature in Chisimayo in January

January tends to be one of the excellent months in Chisimayo, with 32°C (90°F) in the afternoon and 25°C (77°F) overnight. For most visitors, the main thing to prepare for is the heat during the day. At 25°C (77°F) overnight, it stays warm after dark. Light, breathable clothing and good airflow in your room make a noticeable difference.

Sunshine in Chisimayo in January

There are approximately 235 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.

Average water temperature in January

The water temperature is 26°C (79°F), which most people find very comfortable. A good month for swimming and water sports.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, January is one of the best months to visit Chisimayo.

Chisimayo Temperature in January

Min Temperature

25°C (77°F)

Max Temperature

32°C (90°F)

Water Temperature

26°C (79°F)

Chance of Rain

Precipitation

20 mm (0.8 in)

Rainy days

3 days

Humidity

77%

Sunshine

235 hours

Percentage Sunshine

63%

Chisimayo Weather by Month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Chisimayo - and find the best time to visit.

January

32°C (90°F)View January → February

33°C (91°F)View February → March

34°C (93°F)View March → April

33°C (91°F)View April → May

31°C (88°F)View May → June

31°C (88°F)View June → July

30°C (86°F)View July → August

30°C (86°F)View August → September

31°C (88°F)View September → This monthOctober

32°C (90°F)View October → November

32°C (90°F)View November → December

32°C (90°F)View December →

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Historical weather records for Chisimayo in January

Browse day-by-day weather records for Chisimayo spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Chisimayo historical weather extremes in January

The extremes listed below come from historical weather data collected in Chisimayo from 2006 through 2025.

On January 23, 2020, temperatures climbed to 34°C (93°F), marking the warmest January day on record.
The coldest January day was on January 12, 2011, with a maximum of 29°C (84°F).
Nighttime temperatures dropped to 23°C (73°F) on January 14, 2018, marking the coldest January night on record.
Peak precipitation in January occurred on January 13, 2020, when 6 mm (0.2 in) of precipitation was measured.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation

Temperatures Precipitation

perfect weather

pleasant

tolerable

unpleasant

poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in January: blue is cold, red is hot.

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in January: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

What to Wear in Chisimayo in January

Warm temperatures in January make for comfortable sightseeing weather. Pack breathable fabrics like cotton shirts, knee-length shorts or skirts, and comfortable walking shoes. A thin long sleeve for indoor spaces is handy. Pack a light rain jacket or compact umbrella for occasional showers. With water temperatures around 26°C (79°F), swimming conditions are excellent. Pack your swimsuit, goggles, and maybe some water shoes. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Chisimayo in January

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

10/10
Cycling

8/10
Walking

8/10
Barbeque

10/10
Camping

9/10
Outdoor sports

8/10

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Popular in January

Where to go in January - average daytime high across popular destinations.

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33°C (91°F)

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