Angola

Angola Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Angola in January.

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Planning a getaway to Angola this January and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Angola in January

January in Angola generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from low to heavy.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is warm in Lubango at 25°C (77°F) to very warm in Luanda at 32°C (90°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in Luanda and 15°C (59°F) in Lubango. While the given temperatures for day and night are typical, there may be days that feel warmer. Make sure you're dressed in a way that keeps you cool and comfortable.

For specific regional insights in Angola, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Mocamedes with an average of 17 mm (0.7 in) to heavy rainfall in Ceilunga with 249 mm (9.8 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this January. For example, Luanda gets approximately 219 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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Best Places to Visit in Angola in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Angola.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Angola

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Angola?

Temperature range in Angola (January)

Precipitation variation in Angola (January)

Luanda

In January Luanda generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
212 hours
219 hours
208 hours
Monthly rainfall
41 mm (1.6 in)
50 mm (2 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
2 days
3 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Luanda →

Huambo

In January Huambo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
140 hours
141 hours
139 hours
Monthly rainfall
227 mm (8.9 in)
210 mm (8.3 in)
190 mm (7.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
14 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Huambo →

Sumbe

In January Sumbe generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
6 days
6 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Sumbe →

Lobito

In January Lobito generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
6 days
7 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Lobito →

Ceilunga

In January Ceilunga generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly rainfall
275 mm (11 in)
249 mm (9.8 in)
222 mm (8.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Ceilunga →

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In our records: Angola January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in Angola in our climate database (2002 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the coldest January daytime high in Angola was 14°C (57°F) in Lubango on January 1, 2018.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Angola in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Luanda 32°C (90°F) 24°C (75°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Huambo 25°C (77°F) 15°C (59°F) 210 mm (8.3 in)
Mocamedes 28°C (82°F) 21°C (70°F) 17 mm (0.7 in)
Cabinda 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 170 mm (6.7 in)
Mavinga 29°C (84°F) 19°C (66°F) 226 mm (8.9 in)
Dundo 30°C (86°F) 20°C (68°F) 184 mm (7.2 in)

Angola weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Angola in January?

Expect tolerable weather across Angola in January. The popular destination of Luanda averages 32°C (90°F) by day and 24°C (75°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Angola in January?

Luanda averages a daytime maximum of 32°C (90°F) in January, with overnight lows close to 24°C (75°F).

Does Angola get a lot of rain in January?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Angola during January, with Luanda averaging close to 50 mm (2 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit Angola?

In our opinion, January is a good time to visit Angola with overall pleasant weather in Luanda. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Luanda. On the other hand, the weather in April tends to be unpleasant.

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