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Lopé National Park Weather in January
Lopé National Park in January sees very high daytime temperatures of 31°C (88°F) and nighttime lows of 22°C (72°F). As part of the rainy season, showers are frequent and often heavy. Budget around 171 mm (6.7 in) of rainfall for the month.
Rainfall in Lopé National Park in January
As part of the rainy season, Lopé National Park sees around 12 days of rain in January, with an average of 171 mm (6.7 in). Rainfall this month is frequent and tends to be fairly heavy when it does fall. Packing waterproofs is a good idea.
Temperature in Lopé National Park in January
Lopé National Park in January gets highs of 31°C (88°F) during the day and drops to 22°C (72°F) at night. Sunshine and humidity can make it feel even warmer than the raw temperature suggests. Nights remain mild at 22°C (72°F), making evenings a pleasant time to be outdoors.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, June, July and August typically offer the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.
Lopé National Park Temperature in January
Min Temperature
22°C (72°F)
Max Temperature
31°C (88°F)
Chance of Rain
40%
Precipitation
171 mm (6.7 in)
Rainy days
12 days
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Historical weather records for Lopé National Park in January
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Lopé National Park historical weather extremes in January
According to our 19 years of weather records for Lopé National Park, the following extremes were recorded between 2006 and 2025.
- The warmest day in January was on January 27, 2024, with a maximum of 34°C (93°F).
- The lowest daytime temperature in January was 23°C (73°F), recorded on January 20, 2008.
- The coldest night in January in Lopé National Park was on January 31, 2023, with a minimum of 20°C (68°F).
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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).
What to Wear in Lopé National Park 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. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything!
What To Do in Lopé National Park in January
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling7/10 -
Walking7/10 -
Camping6/10 -
Outdoor sports7/10
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