Angola weather in January
Considering a trip to Angola this January and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like 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.
Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is warm in Luubango at 25°C to very warm in Luanda at 32°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C in Luanda and 15°C in Luubango. 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.
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Mocamedes with an average of 17 mm to heavy rainfall in Ceilunga with 249 mm. Meanwhile, Luanda enjoys close to 219 hours of sunlight. This means it's a great month if you prefer bright and sunny days.
To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Angola in January, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our Angola climate page.
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Average weather in Luanda
In January Luanda generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Average weather in Huambo
In January Huambo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Average weather in Ceilunga
In January Ceilunga generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Average weather in Dundo
In January Dundo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Average weather in Luena
In January Luena generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Is January the best 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 May, June, July, August, September and October offering mostly perfect weather in Luanda. On the other hand, the weather in April tends to be tolerable.
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