Bulawayo weather in January (Zimbabwe)

Curious about the January weather in Bulawayo? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In January, Bulawayo typically experiences high temperatures and high rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 29°C, while nights can cool down to about 18°C.

Bulawayo in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 139 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 12 days of rain are anticipated.

With around 243 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

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

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

 

Bulawayo, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 18°C  

Max Temperature 29°C  

Chance of Rain 39%  

Precipitation 139 mm  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 69%  

Windspeed 11 km/h  

Sunshine 243 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Zimbabwe in January

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Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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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 Bulawayo in January?

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 in January.

Swimming

9/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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