Masvingo weather in January (Zimbabwe)

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Masvingo during January? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

Typically, January in Masvingo includes high temperatures and high rainfall. The daytime often sees temperatures reaching 28°C, but nighttime brings a cool-down to 18°C.

Precipitation

Masvingo in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 141 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly 12 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

Enjoy a sunny month with about 248 hours of sunshine, providing a cheerful and lively atmosphere.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Masvingo. March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Masvingo, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 18°C  

Max Temperature 28°C  

Chance of Rain 39%  

Precipitation 141 mm  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 64%  

Sunshine 248 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Zimbabwe in January

Find out more about the weather in Zimbabwe 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

9/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Masvingo.

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