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Kolwezi weather in January (Democratic Republic of the Congo)

Is Kolwezi a good destination in January, weather-wise? Find all the essential weather information for this month in our guide.

Temperatures

Typically, January in Kolwezi includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 26°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 18°C. This coolest month of the year still offers plenty of warmth and comfortable days.

Precipitation

Kolwezi in January falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 244 mm for the month. This month is known for its intense rain, often falling heavily. Having a poncho will help you stay dry during the showers. Typically around 21 days days of rainfall are expected.

Average sunshine

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 125 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Kolwezi. April, May, June, July, August and September 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 Kolwezi climate page with graphs.

 

Kolwezi, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 18°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 26°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 70%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 244 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 21 days  
SunshineSunshine 125 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Democratic Republic of the Congo in January

Find out more about the weather in Democratic Republic of the Congo 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.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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