Botswana weather in January
Considering a trip to Botswana 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 Botswana in January?
January in Botswana generally has very warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.
The average maximum temperatures are very warm and range from 31°C in Kasane to 33°C in Kang. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 21°C in Kang and 21°C in Kasane. These night and day temperatures are average and some days may be even warmer. So be prepared and dress for the heat.
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Kang with an average of 72 mm to heavy rainfall in Kasane with 195 mm. Based on our climate, it is the month with the most precipitation throughout the year in Gaborone. Meanwhile, Gaborone enjoys approximately 288 hours of sunshine, offering a mostly sunny climate that adds a pleasant and vibrant feel to the month.
To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Botswana in January, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our Botswana climate page.
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Average weather in Gaborone
In January Gaborone generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Average weather in Francistown
In January Francistown generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Maun
In January Maun generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Mahalapye
In January Mahalapye generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Masarwa
In January Masarwa generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Is January the best time to visit Botswana?
In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to Botswana with often pleasant weather in Gaborone.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in April, May, June, July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Gaborone.
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