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Windhoek weather in January (Namibia)

How does the January weather in Windhoek compare to other months? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

Typically, January in Windhoek includes very high temperatures and high rainfall. Anticipate daytime highs near 30°C, and cooler nights with temperatures around 17°C. While these temperatures are averages, expect some days to be hotter. Choose light, airy clothing to handle the warmth effectively.

Precipitation

Windhoek in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 130 mm for the month. Typically, you can expect about 14 days of rain this month.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 288 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

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 TemperatureMin Temperature 17°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 45%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 130 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
HumidityHumidity 40%  
WindspeedWindspeed 4 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 288 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

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.

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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
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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