Ghanzi weather in January (Botswana)

Looking to travel to Ghanzi in January? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In January, Ghanzi generally has very high temperatures and high rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 33°C, while nights can cool down to about 21°C. Keep in mind, these temperatures are averages, and some days might be even warmer. Dress suitably to manage the heat.

Ghanzi in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 118 mm for the month. It is the wettest month of the year, so an umbrella might come in handy. Rain is expected on roughly 12 days.

With around 295 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

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

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

 

Ghanzi, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 21°C  

Max Temperature 33°C  

Chance of Rain 39%  

Precipitation 118 mm  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 56%  

Sunshine 295 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Botswana in January

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

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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 Ghanzi in January?

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 in January.

Swimming

9/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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