Liuwa Plain National Park weather in January (Zambia)

How's the weather trend in Liuwa Plain National Park as January approaches? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

In January, Liuwa Plain National Park typically experiences high temperatures and heavy rainfall. The daytime often sees temperatures reaching 30°C, but nighttime brings a cool-down to 20°C. The average temperatures are warm, but some days will be hotter. Make sure to dress in light, breathable clothing and drink plenty of water.

Precipitation

Liuwa Plain National Park in January usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 229 mm for the month. The heaviest rainfall of the year happens this month, with frequent showers. A poncho is your best bet to stay dry. Typically, you can expect about of rain this month.

Average sunshine

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 198 hours of sunny weather. The abundant sunlight creates a lively and bright atmosphere.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Liuwa Plain National Park. April, May, June, July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Liuwa Plain National Park climate page with graphs.

 

Liuwa Plain National Park, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 20°C  

Max Temperature 30°C  

Precipitation 229 mm  

Humidity 78%  

Sunshine 198 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Zambia in January

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

Weather conditions Weather

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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 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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