January Rainfall and Precipitation in Namibia
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Best Places to Visit in Namibia in January
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Monthly precipitation
0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet
Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in January: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.
Namibia precipitation in January: frequently asked questions
How much rainfall does Namibia receive in January?
Swakopmund stays mostly dry in January, with average rainfall close to 5.9 mm (0.2 in).
How many days does it rain in Namibia in January?
On average, Swakopmund has about 2 days days of rain in January.
Is January part of the rainy season in Namibia?
January is generally a drier month for Namibia, falling outside the main rainy season.
What is the wettest city in January in Namibia?
Looking at our data, Luzibalule tops the wettest-cities list in Namibia for January, with monthly rainfall averaging 197 mm (7.8 in).
What is the driest city in January in Namibia?
The driest place is Lüderitz with an average rainfall of 2.5 mm (0.1 in) according to our data.
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