Rundu weather in January (Namibia)

What kind of weather does January bring to Rundu? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.

Temperatures

Typically, January in Rundu includes very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. The temperature during the day can rise to approximately 31°C. At night, it falls to around 20°C. These are average temperatures, but there can be hotter days. Be sure to wear appropriate clothing and stay hydrated to manage the heat.

Precipitation

Rundu in January usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 173 mm for the month. The month is marked by heavy rainfall, often coming down in intense bursts. Make sure to have a poncho to stay dry. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 15 days of rain are anticipated.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, April, May, June, July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While October tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Rundu, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 20°C  

Max Temperature 31°C  

Chance of Rain 50%  

Precipitation 173 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Humidity 66%  

Where to go in Namibia in January

Find out more about the weather in Namibia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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 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.

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 Rundu.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Namibia? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Namibia. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.