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Mansa weather in January (Zambia)

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

Temperatures

Typically, January in Mansa includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Expect temperatures to climb to 27°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to 18°C.

Precipitation

Mansa in January falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 269 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 22 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 146 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

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

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

 

Mansa, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 18°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 27°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 73%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 269 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 22 days  
HumidityHumidity 80%  
WindspeedWindspeed 7 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 146 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage 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.

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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

Interested in more climate information?

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