Windhoek weather in January (Namibia)

Looking to travel to Windhoek in January? 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, Windhoek generally has very high temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 30°C. But by evening, they drop to around 17°C. Bear in mind, these are average temperatures, and it can get even warmer on particular days. Make sure to choose clothing that accommodates the warmth.

Windhoek in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 130 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 14 days of rain.

With around 288 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 Windhoek. March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Windhoek, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 17°C  

Max Temperature 30°C  

Chance of Rain 45%  

Precipitation 130 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 40%  

Windspeed 4 km/h  

Sunshine 288 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Namibia in January

Find out more about the weather in Namibia in January and which places have the best weather 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 Windhoek 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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