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Francistown weather in January (Botswana)

How does the weather in Francistown usually fare in January? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

In January, Francistown typically experiences very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. In the daytime, temperatures tend to hover near 32°C, cooling down at night to around 21°C. Keep in mind, these temperatures are averages, and some days might be even warmer. Dress suitably to manage the heat.

Precipitation

Francistown in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 100 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 10 days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Francistown. April, May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Francistown climate page with graphs.

 

Francistown, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 21°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 32°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 34%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 100 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 55%  

Where to go in Botswana in January

Find out more about the weather in Botswana and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

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

Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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