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Lower Zambezi National Park Weather in January

January in Lower Zambezi National Park sees daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F) and lows of 22°C (72°F) at night. As the wettest month of the year, keep in mind that rainfall is at its highest.

Rainfall in Lower Zambezi National Park in January

As part of the rainy season, Lower Zambezi National Park sees around 17 days of rain in January, with an average of 318 mm (13 in). Rain during the rainy season here tends to be intense rather than just persistent drizzle. Expect significant downpours, often in the late afternoon.

Temperature in Lower Zambezi National Park in January

Temperatures in Lower Zambezi National Park in January top out at 31°C (88°F) and drop to 22°C (72°F) overnight. It's usually most comfortable outside during the morning and later in the day. Nights are mild at around 22°C (72°F), which is comfortable for most people.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Lower Zambezi National Park. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Lower Zambezi National Park Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 22°C (72°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C (88°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 56%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 318 mm (13 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  

Historical weather for Lower Zambezi National Park in January

Browse day-by-day weather records for Lower Zambezi National Park spanning 21 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Lower Zambezi National Park historical weather extremes in January

According to our 19 years of weather records for Lower Zambezi National Park, the following extremes were recorded between 2006 and 2025.

  • The warmest day in January was on January 8, 2016, with a maximum of 39°C (102°F).
  • On January 1, 2018, Lower Zambezi National Park saw its coldest January day with temperatures maxing out at 22°C (72°F).
  • The coldest night in January in Lower Zambezi National Park was on January 7, 2018, with a minimum of 17°C (63°F).
  • The wettest day in January Lower Zambezi National Park was on January 26, 2023 with 92 mm (3.6 in) of precipitation.

Best Places in Zimbabwe in January

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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 Lower Zambezi 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 Lower Zambezi National Park in January

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

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

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