Chilanga weather in January (Zambia)

Thinking of visiting Chilanga in January? Check the weather first! Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

During January, Chilanga usually has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 28°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 19°C.

Precipitation

Chilanga in January usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 254 mm for the month. Prepare for the heaviest rain of the year this month, which often comes in heavy showers. A poncho is a smart choice to stay dry. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 17 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 178 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Chilanga. April, May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Chilanga climate page with graphs.

 

Chilanga, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 19°C  

Max Temperature 28°C  

Chance of Rain 56%  

Precipitation 254 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Humidity 83% *  

Windspeed 7 km/h *  

Sunshine 178 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Lusaka, Zambia (17 KM, 10 Miles).

Where to go in Zambia in January

Find out more about the weather in Zambia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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

7/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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